The padrone performed an important function by
A) maintaining the authority of the Catholic Church.
B) encouraging Italians to abandon the traditions of their homeland.
C) countering the influence of the Mafia.
D) acting as a broker between employers and unskilled workers.

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The padrone acted as a broker between employers and unskilled workers, helping to facilitate the employment of Italian immigrants in industries such as mining, construction, and agriculture. This was especially important in a time when many Italian immigrants lacked networks or connections in their new country.

The Padrone Performed an Important Function by