5 Questions
Which period is referred to as 'new immigration'?
1880s to 1920s
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?
80%
Which two groups were the biggest immigrant groups during the 'new immigration' period?
Italians and Jews
Where did most newcomers settle during the late 19th century?
Wherever they had family or ethnic ties or employment
What was the main attraction of cities for immigrants during the late 19th century?
Availability of work
Test your knowledge of the New Immigration period in America from the 1880s to the 1920s with this quiz. Explore the challenges faced by immigrants from various countries as they adapted to the American way of life. Learn about the shift from Northern and Western European immigration to Southern and Eastern European immigration during this transformative period in American history.
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