As a general rule, the haciendas can be characterized as __________.

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Haciendas were large estates in Spanish-speaking countries, often involved in agriculture and mining, that contributed to the concentration of wealth and land in the hands of a few, thereby widening the economic gap between the rich and the poor. They were not primarily focused on the health, welfare, or economic productivity for the benefit of the general population, especially the indigenous people, who often worked under harsh conditions.

As a General Rule, the Haciendas Can Be Characterized as __________