Industrialization & Migration

Why did Northern cities grow in size in the early 1800s?

• Due to the discovery of gold

• Because of industrialization and job opportunities

• Due to a decrease in population

• Because of a decline in agriculture

What was a common push factor for migration during the 1840s-1860s?

• Abundance of food

• Shortage of food/famine

• High wages

• Political stability

What is a reason for migration related to education?

• Lack of health care

• Better educational opportunities

• War

• Shortage of food

Which of the following was a social reason for migration?

• War

• Better employment

• Religious tolerance

• Shortage of food

What was a common reason for leaving a country during the 1840s-1860s?

• Abundance of food

• War

• High wages

• Political stability

What type of factor is 'better employment' in terms of migration?

• Economic

• Political

• Social

• Environmental

Who were nativists and what did they believe?

• Supporters of immigration who believed in cultural diversity

• People who believed immigrants were a threat to jobs and culture

• Advocates for immigrant rights and integration

• Individuals who promoted international trade

What did the text at the bottom of Cartoon 1 read?

• "The Irish are our future leaders."

• "The Irish declaration of independence that we are all familiar with."

• "Welcome the Irish with open arms."

• "The Irish contribution to our society."

What was a common theme in political cartoons about Irish immigrants?

• Celebrating Irish achievements

• Highlighting Irish contributions to science

• Depicting them as violent or unintelligent

• Promoting Irish cultural festivals

Who are the characters shown and what do they represent?

• Two friends having a discussion

• Two political figures representing different ideologies

• Two family members arguing over chores

• Two strangers meeting for the first time