A．Because it affected the prices that farmers could receive for their crops.
B．Because it decreased the power of the railroads to control farm prices.
C．Because it provided evidence that Jefferson’s ideal could be achieved.
D．Because it made farmers less dependent on local bankers.

A．He is fortunate to have made a lot of money.
B．His luck has been good.
C．He can’t afford to spend that much.
D．He doesn’t believe three hundred dollars will be enough.