The New Immigration Period in America Quiz
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Which period is referred to as 'new immigration'?

  • 1600s to 1700s
  • 1700s to 1800s
  • 1920s to 1940s
  • 1880s to 1920s (correct)
  • During the late 19th century, what percentage of residents in cities like New York, Chicago, Milwaukee, and Detroit were either foreign-born or had foreign parents?

  • 90%
  • 30%
  • 80% (correct)
  • 50%
  • Which two groups were the biggest immigrant groups during the 'new immigration' period?

  • Italians and Jews (correct)
  • English and Irish
  • Chinese and Japanese
  • Germans and French
  • Where did most newcomers settle during the late 19th century?

    <p>Wherever they had family or ethnic ties or employment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main attraction of cities for immigrants during the late 19th century?

    <p>Availability of work</p> Signup and view all the answers

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