Southern Society & Immigration

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By 1850, which of these was the most efficient way to move goods in the North? Options: by railroad, by steamboat, by canal boat, by stagecoach

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by railroad

Front

Why did the South oppose laws to provide federal money for internal improvements, such as roads and canals?

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They thought these improvements would benefit only Northern states.

Front

How were goods primarily transported in the South?

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by river

Front

Which of these is one reason that U.S. immigrants settled in the North?
Options:
It offered free land.
It offered jobs in mills and factories.
They were attracted by the good climate.
They were attracted by the railroad system.

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It offered jobs in mills and factories.

Front

Who were the political leaders in the South in the mid-19th century?

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wealthy planters

Front

Which conditions in Northern Europe encouraged emigration between 1845 and 1860?

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war and famine

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Which of these was a major cause of immigration to the United States between 1845 and 1860?
political conflict,
offers of free land,
escape from slavery,
investment opportunities

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political conflict

Front

What helped make river travel easier?

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steamboats

Front

During the 1800s, Irish immigrants faced discrimination mainly because of their

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Religious beliefs

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The process of moving to another country to take up permanent residence.

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Immigration