Belief in Social Darwinism led to which of the following outcomes: A. greater charity being given to people living below the poverty line B. increased enrollment in universities as... Belief in Social Darwinism led to which of the following outcomes: A. greater charity being given to people living below the poverty line B. increased enrollment in universities as young people wanted to study this new theory C. Americans becoming more nativist and working to restrict immigration D. different races having dialogues about what it means to be American
Understand the Problem
The question is asking about the implications of belief in Social Darwinism, specifically which of the given options accurately reflects its consequences. We need to analyze how Social Darwinism influenced societal attitudes and policies during its time.
Answer
Americans becoming more nativist and working to restrict immigration.
Belief in Social Darwinism led to Americans becoming more nativist and working to restrict immigration.
Answer for screen readers
Belief in Social Darwinism led to Americans becoming more nativist and working to restrict immigration.
More Information
Social Darwinism suggested that humans, like other organisms, compete for survival in a natural hierarchy, influencing societal attitudes including those towards immigration. Many with this belief viewed certain groups as superior and used it to justify nativist policies.
Tips
Be sure not to confuse Social Darwinism with social welfare or charity concepts, as it historically justified inequality and restrictions rather than support.
Sources
- Social Darwinism and the Poor - Social Welfare History Project - socialwelfare.library.vcu.edu
