Emergence Of Modern America: The Progressive Era - Immigration In The Progressive Era

The video discusses the challenges faced by immigrants in America from the late 1800s to early 1900s. It highlights the cultural differences brought by new immigrants from Southern and Eastern Europe, leading to difficulties in assimilation. While settlement houses provided some support, Asian immigrants were largely excluded due to anti-Asian sentiment and restrictive laws.

What was a significant challenge faced by new immigrants from Southern and Eastern Europe in the late 1800s?

• They were given immediate citizenship.

• They faced language and religious barriers.

• They were welcomed with open arms.

• They had no cultural differences.

How did new immigrants cope with the lack of support from progressives?

• They assimilated without any help.

• They returned to their home countries.

• They formed their own communities and organizations.

• They received government aid.

What role did settlement houses play in the lives of new immigrants?

• They offered free housing.

• They were places of worship.

• They helped immigrants assimilate by teaching English and American customs.

• They provided financial aid.

Which group of immigrants was completely left out of progressive policies?

• Asian immigrants

• Southern European immigrants

• African immigrants

• Eastern European immigrants

What was the impact of the 1902 federal law on Chinese immigration?

• It had no effect on Chinese immigration.

• It provided special visas for Chinese workers.

• It stopped Chinese immigration completely.

• It encouraged more Chinese to immigrate.