Question

what was an effect of the publishing of the jungle by upton sinclair?
a. the public began to question the methods used to enforce segregation laws.
b. the federal government authorized inspectors to visit all food plants.
c. the public began to question the effects of employing children in factories.
d. the federal government broke up large companies that were monopolies.

Explanation:

Upton Sinclair's The Jungle exposed unsanitary conditions in the meat - packing industry. This led to public outcry. As a result, the federal government took action. The Pure Food and Drug Act and the Meat Inspection Act were passed. These acts authorized federal inspectors to visit food plants.

Answer:

B. The federal government authorized inspectors to visit all food plants.