What led up to the Compromise of 1877?

A the disputed presidential election between Samuel Tilden and Rutherford B. Hayes

B. the passing of poll taxes and literacy tests

C. the development of new industries in the South

D. disputes between the North and West over railroad development rights

A the disputed presidential election between Samuel Tilden and Rutherford B. Hayes

Etymology

A. a persuasive appeal to the emotions
B. the use of an unexplainable event to resolve a story
C. poking fun at human folly
D. the study of word origins
E. understanding of people through their words, thoughts, and actions

D. the study of word origins

The correct answer is A. The disputed presidential election between Samuel Tilden and Rutherford B. Hayes led up to the Compromise of 1877.