Immigration History and Nativism

The video explores immigration patterns in the U.S., comparing old immigration (1840s-1860s) with new immigration. Old immigration involved Germans and Irish, who largely assimilated and engaged politically. New immigration saw Southern and Eastern Europeans, and Asians, who often retained their cultures and faced legislative restrictions like the Chinese Exclusion Act. Discrimination and nativism were common themes, with job competition fueling anti-immigrant sentiment. The video also discusses the rise of nativist groups and the impact of immigration laws.

Which two groups were the principal immigrants during the old immigration period?

• Germans and Irish

• Mexicans and Canadians

• Italians and Greeks

• Chinese and Japanese

What was a major reason for Irish immigration during the 1840s?

• Gold Rush

• Potato Famine

• Industrial Revolution

• Religious Freedom

Which regions did the new immigrants primarily come from?

• Australia and New Zealand

• Southern and Eastern Europe

• Northern and Western Europe

• Africa and South America

What was a key difference in the assimilation of new immigrants compared to old immigrants?

• New immigrants planned to return to their home countries

• New immigrants were more likely to assimilate

• Old immigrants were less educated

• Old immigrants kept their own cultures

Which act was passed in 1881 to limit immigration from China?

• Chinese Exclusion Act

• Gentleman's Agreement

• Immigration Act

• Emergency Quota Act

What was the purpose of the Gentleman's Agreement of 1906?

• To ban all Asian immigrants

• To increase quotas for European immigrants

• To allow more Japanese immigrants

• To stop discrimination against Japanese immigrants

What was a common reason for discrimination against immigrants in the late 19th and early 20th centuries?

• Cultural similarities

• Political beliefs

• Lack of education

• Religious differences

What was the main cause of nativism during the immigration waves?

• Job competition

• Technological advancements

• Cultural exchange

• Political alliances

Which political party emerged as a result of nativist sentiments?

• Democratic Party

• Republican Party

• Know Nothing Party

• Green Party

What was the stance of the American Legion regarding immigration?

• Anti-radicalism

• Encouragement of cultural diversity

• Pro-immigration

• Support for open borders