Question

passage 2: andrew carnegie, \the gospel of wealth\ (1889)
\this, then, is held to be the duty of the man of wealth. to set an example of modest, unostentatious living, shunning display or extravagance, to provide moderately for those dependent upon him; and after doing so, to consider all surplus revenues as trust funds, to be administered in the manner which, in his judgment, is best calculated to produce the most beneficial results for the community.\
which criticism might a labor union leader have of carnegies position?
( a ) it justified low wages while praising voluntary giving.
( b ) it encouraged socialism and redistribution.
( c ) it called for the nationalization of industry.
( d ) it supported violent strikes.

Explanation:

Carnegie's idea in "The Gospel of Wealth" emphasizes that the wealthy should use their surplus wealth for the community's good. However, labor union leaders would likely criticize this as it doesn't address the root cause of low wages. By focusing on voluntary giving after amassing wealth (which could be from paying low wages), it justifies the system that keeps workers' wages down. Options B, C, and D are incorrect as Carnegie's position is capitalist - leaning (not socialist or calling for nationalization) and there's no indication of support for violent strikes.

Answer:

A. It justified low wages while praising voluntary giving.