Question

Select ALL the correct answers.
Which three statements are correct about the Pendleton Act?
It covered 15 percent of civil service appointments.
There was strong support for it in Congress.
It required people to pass a test proving their competence.
It is an early example of government reform.
Most Gilded Age presidents supported its goals.

Answer 1

The Act was strongly support by Congress, requires people to pass a test and  is an example of early government reform

The Pendleton Act is also known as Pendleton Civil Service Reform Act.

• The Pendleton Act was enacted by the US National assembly on January 16, 1883 and assented by President Chester Arthur.

• The Act made provision for establishment of the Federal Civil Service Commission which is saddled with responsibility of overseeing the  competitive examinations for government positions.

• The Act also makes it impossible to fire or demote employees for political reasons.

In conclusion, the Option B, C, D are correct.

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Answer 2

Answer:

There was strong support for it in Congress.It required people to pass a test proving their competence.It is an early example of government reform.

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