Multiple choice The Sherman Anti-trust Act.. Sought to break up "unlawful monopolies". Wanted to take away all trust funds. Tried to arrest anyone who could not be trusted. Helped steel industry grow. Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself A Correct answer Explanation The Sherman Anti-trust Act of 1890 was the first federal law to outlaw monopolistic business practices. It aimed to promote competition by preventing companies from restraining trade.