Urbanization & Immigration Flashcard

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After 1880, where did the majority of "new immigrants" to the US come from? Options: Northern and Western Europe, Canada and Latin America, Southern and Eastern Europe, China and Southeast Asia

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Southern and Eastern Europe

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Based on the table, what was an important effect of industrialization in the US in the later part of the 19th century?

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The proportion of Americans living in cities continuously increased.

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During the last part of the 19th century, most immigrants in the US found work as -

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unskilled factory and sweatshop workers

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Which of the following is an example of Americanization? Immigrant children attended public school and learned English.

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Immigrant children attended public school and learned English.

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Poverty, lack of job opportunities, and religious oppression are examples of -

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push factors

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How did the experiences of immigrants at Ellis Island differ from those at Angel Island?

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Immigrants at Ellis Island often experienced quicker processing, while those at Angel Island faced longer detentions and harsh questioning.

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Which development in the late 1800s contributed to the decreased need for farm labor in the United States?

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The mechanization of agriculture through inventions such as the mechanical reaper and steel plow.

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Why did many immigrants in the late 19th and early 20th centuries settle in ethnic enclaves within cities?

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They wanted to preserve their cultural traditions and receive support from people with similar backgrounds.

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Why were people like those shown in this image hopeful about their future?

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There were many jobs and business opportunities in America.

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The movement of people from rural areas to cities is called

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urbanization