The historical context of post–Civil War America most affects the significance of which passage from The Land? “I recall one time in particular when I was about nine.” “I was reading beside a creek on my daddy’s land.” “I stared at him, then he turned and walked away.” “Sure, I wanted to do something about it, all right.”

Which of the following statements would be supported by both a communist and a utopian socialist? a) a government should restrict the number of imports and exports to protect its gold reserves b) governments have no right to restrict the actions of businesses or customers c) society will shift towards socialist ideals without the need for violent revolutions d) the gains of the industrial revolution should be shared by all members of society