Which of the following was not one of the conclusions that Alexis de Tocqueville reached about American society?
A) Some white Americans were rich and others poor.
B) Many blacks were enslaved.
C) There was more equality of condition in America than in France.
D) American citizens thought that they were equal to each other.
E) Americans were very compliant when it came to taking orders.

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Alexis de Tocqueville, in his observations of American society, noted the relative equality of conditions compared to Europe, the existence of slavery, and the belief among Americans in their equality. However, he did not conclude that Americans were very compliant in taking orders; instead, he observed a strong sense of individualism and democracy.

Which of the Following Was Not One of the Conclusions