Question

The Sherman Antitrust Act of 1890

A. was strongly opposed by congressional Republicans.
B. signified that the era of trusts was ending.
C. was indifferently enforced and weakened by the courts.
D. was strengthened by the courts over the next decade.
E. mirrored legislation passed earlier in New Jersey and Delaware.

Answer 1

B. signified that the era of trusts was ending.

Step-by-step explanation:

This act was created with the objective of prohibiting the creation of monopolies in US commerce, as well as preventing the merger of companies and conspiracy to restrict competition. The act declared trusts illegal, considering them restrictive for international trade.