The fundamental distinction between the Democrats and the Republicans during the late nineteenth century arose from differences A) in religious affiliation, geographic location, and ethnic background. B) on civil service reform, foreign policy, and protective legislation. C) on civil rights for blacks, Indian policy, and women's rights. D) on tariffs, internal improvements, and currency policy. .

1. The fundamental distinction between the Democrats and the
Republicans during the late
nineteenth century arose from differences
A) in religious affiliation, geographic location, and ethnic
background.
B) on civil service reform, foreign policy, and protective
legislation.
C) on civil rights for blacks, Indian policy, and women's rights.
D) on tariffs, internal improvements, and currency policy.