Crash Course 25 - Immigrant Cities

Which city led the way in urban growth during the late 19th century?

• Los Angeles

• New York

• Chicago

• Boston

What was a major factor contributing to the growth of American cities in the late 1800s?

• The discovery of gold

• The invention of the automobile

• The rise of the internet

• Increased immigration

What was a common job for Irish immigrant women in the late 19th century?

• Teaching

• Farming

• Factory Work

• Banking

Which group of immigrants faced significant discrimination in the late 19th century?

• Irish

• Chinese

• German

• Italian

What was the purpose of the Chinese Exclusion Act?

• To provide education for Chinese immigrants

• To encourage Chinese laborers to immigrate to the United States

• To promote Chinese culture

• To restrict Chinese immigration to the United States

What was a common living condition for immigrants in urban areas?

• Suburban houses

• Crowded tenements

• Luxurious homes

• Spacious apartments

What was one response to the challenges faced by cities?

• The development of the internet

• The progressive movement

• The creation of more rural areas

• The invention of the automobile

Which transportation development helped alleviate traffic congestion in cities?

• Airplanes

• Elevated railroads

• Bicycles

• Horse-drawn carriages

What was a notable feature of gilded-age cities like New York?

• The absence of public transportation

• The lack of cultural diversity

• The close proximity of rich and poor

• The separation of rich and poor