15 Questions
During the Industrial Revolution in America, what kind of immigrants started arriving between 1870 and 1900?
Unskilled labor and individuals with limited financial resources
What is the main reason some native-born Americans wanted to restrict immigration during the Industrial Revolution?
To protect their jobs and way of life
Which term did the group of native-born Americans who wanted to restrict immigration during the Industrial Revolution adopt for themselves?
Nativists
What era is also known as the Gilded Age in United States history?
The Industrial Revolution
What notable achievement is mentioned as occurring during the Gilded Age in the text?
The construction of the transcontinental railroad
Why did the United States government require a specific ethnic group to carry personal identification visas?
To discriminate against Chinese individuals and limit their entry into the United States.
What was the primary reason behind the establishment of quotas on immigration in the 1920s?
To limit the number of immigrants entering the United States.
What was a significant concern of nativists in the Gilded Age regarding the new surge of immigrants?
Potential loss of American jobs.
Which philosophical concept promoted by businessmen contributed to the distrust towards certain immigrant groups?
Social Darwinism
What was one of the main concerns of the Know Nothing Party regarding the new wave of immigrants?
Strengthening native-born Protestant Americans' security.
What was the primary cause of nativism during the Gilded Age?
The influx of immigrants from Eastern European nations who did not speak English or share the Protestant religion
What was the main purpose of The Page Act of 1875?
To prevent illegal practices, including human trafficking for labor, and to exclude Chinese and Japanese immigrants
Why did many Chinese immigrants come to America in the late 19th century?
Seeking job opportunities in the cities after working in the mines
What was a common requirement for new immigrants arriving at Angel Island in San Francisco?
Undergoing physical and mental tests such as vision, hearing, and agility
What effect did the fear of foreigners have on US immigration policy?
Led to xenophobia and the enactment of laws limiting immigration from Eastern European and Asian nations
Explore the period of tremendous growth, social reform, and immigration in America during the Industrial Revolution from 1865 to 1900. Learn about the influx of immigrants seeking freedom and opportunities in the United States.
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