Urbanization and Immigration Quiz

According to the chart, what statement is true?

• Immigrants from all over the world were welcome in America

• Most immigrants during this time were coming from Asia

• Immigration to the United States was a positive for the United States

• European immigrants were granted more entry than any other group

Answer explanation

The chart indicates that European immigrants were granted more entry than any other group, highlighting the preference for European immigration during that time period.

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TX.§113.41.C.13.B.

Based on the information on the graph, which statement is most accurate?

• People who lived in urban areas were poor

• The percentage of urban population increased between 1850 and 1900.

• By 1900, 30% of the population lived in rural areas

• Industrialization led to an increase in the rural population in the late 1800's.

Answer explanation

The graph indicates a clear increase in the urban population from 1850 to 1900, making the statement about the percentage of urban population increasing the most accurate. The other statements are either incorrect or misleading.

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TX.§113.43.C.6.B.

During the last part of the nineteenth century, most immigrants to the United States found work as

• unskilled factory and sweatshop workers

• educated professionals

• scientists and technicians

• skilled craftsmen

Answer explanation

During the late 19th century, many immigrants were unskilled and found work in factories and sweatshops, which were the primary sources of employment for newcomers, rather than in professional or skilled trades.

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TX.§113.41.C.3.C.

Nativists in California in the 1880's would most likely have supported

• creation of settlement houses to aid new immigrants

• passage of the Chinese Exclusion Act

• continuation of the contract labor system

• assimilation of Native American Indians into mainstream culture

Answer explanation

Nativists in California in the 1880s opposed immigration, particularly from Asia. They would have supported the passage of the Chinese Exclusion Act, which aimed to restrict Chinese immigration, reflecting their anti-immigrant sentiments.

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TX.§113.41.C.15.C.

According to this 1870 cartoon, which statement about the time period is accurate?

• Chinese laborers were welcomed to the United States with open arms.

• The Know-Nothing Party was formed to help gain rights for minorities.

• Very few Chinese were interested in coming to the United States

• A movement existed in America to prevent the immigration of people from China

Answer explanation

The cartoon reflects the anti-Chinese sentiment of the time, indicating that there was a movement in America aimed at preventing Chinese immigration, contrasting with the other statements that suggest acceptance or interest.

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TX.§113.41.C.15.C.

What conclusion can be accurately drawn from the image above?

• Immigration is driving farmers out of business.

• Farmers benefit everyone in society.

• Farmers serve no special purpose in the economy of America.

• Farmers are lazy.

Answer explanation

The correct conclusion is that farmers benefit everyone in society, as they provide essential food and resources, contributing to the economy and overall well-being of the community.

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TX.§113.41.C.3.B.

Which development was a major cause of the change in grain prices shown in the table?

• continuous droughts

• increased demand for farm goods

• government regulation of prices

• overproduction by farmers

Answer explanation

Overproduction by farmers led to an excess supply of grain, causing prices to drop. This oversupply is a key factor in the price changes shown in the table, making it the major cause of the fluctuation.

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TX.§113.41.C.3.B.

Which generalization about population growth is supported by information in the chart above?

• For every census listed, rural population exceeded urban population.

• By 1920, more people lived in cities than in rural areas.

• The Civil War significantly slowed the rate of population growth.

• Most urban population growth was due to people migrating from rural areas.

Answer explanation

The chart indicates that by 1920, urban populations surpassed rural populations, supporting the statement that more people lived in cities than in rural areas at that time.

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TX.§113.41.C.13.A.

What was a significant factor that contributed to the rise of urbanization in the late 19th century?

• Decline in agricultural productivity

• Expansion of the railroad system

• Decrease in immigration rates

• Increase in rural land ownership

Answer explanation

The expansion of the railroad system facilitated the movement of people and goods, leading to increased urbanization as cities became more accessible and economically viable, attracting more residents.

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TX.§113.41.C.15.A.

Which statement best describes the impact of the Chinese Exclusion Act of 1882?

• It had no significant impact on immigration patterns.

• It encouraged more Chinese immigrants to come to the United States.

• It was the first significant law restricting immigration into the United States.

• It led to an increase in Chinese immigration to other countries.

Answer explanation

The Chinese Exclusion Act of 1882 was the first significant law to restrict immigration in the U.S., targeting Chinese laborers and setting a precedent for future immigration laws.

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TX.§113.41.C.15.C.