Immigration

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All across Europe there were huge crop failures in the mid 1800's. Many farmers in Europe couldn’t pay for their land. This is a ____ factor for immigration to the United States.

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push

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Between 1880 and 1900 thousands of factory jobs become available in the United States because of westward expansion and development of new industries. This is a ____ factor for immigration to the United States.

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pull

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Which of the following claims is supported by this graphic? Options: Up until the last 50-ish years, most immigrants to the United States have come from Europe. Large numbers of educated professionals from Asia have immigrated for job opportunities in the U.S. Since 2010, the number of Mexican immigrants coming to the United States has declined. More immigrants are coming to the U.S. now than at any time in our past history.

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Up until the last 50-ish years, most immigrants to the United States have come from Europe.

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What is a refugee?

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a person forced to flee their country because of danger or persecution

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Which of these BEST describes how immigration has affected the United States? More languages are spoken, More types of food is represented, More religions are practiced, US is a culturally diverse nation

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US is a culturally diverse nation

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What is the biggest pull factor for US immigrants today?

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Job opportunities

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Which of the following is the biggest reason cities like Mexico City experiencing high immigration rates?
Cities have more jobs,
Cities have more shopping,
Cities have more culture,
All of the above

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Cities have more jobs