Question

how did most americans earn a living in 1800?

○ farming

○ ship - building

○ manufacturing

○ commerce

Explanation:

In 1800, the United States was largely an agrarian society. Most Americans worked in farming (agriculture) as the economy was predominantly agricultural at that time. Ship - building, manufacturing, and commerce were not the primary means of livelihood for the majority compared to farming.

Answer:

A. farming