The largest number of immigrants to the United States in the late nineteenth century came from
A)southern and eastern Europe.
B)Mexico and Central America.
C)Great Britain and Germany.
D)China and Japan.
E)Ireland and Italy.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The late nineteenth century saw a massive influx of immigrants to the United States, primarily from southern and eastern Europe. Factors like poverty, overcrowding, and political unrest drove many Europeans to seek a better life in America. This period also saw significant immigration from Asia, especially China and Japan, but their numbers were relatively small compared to the flow of European immigrants. Additionally, while Ireland was a significant source of immigration during the mid-nineteenth century, by the late 1800s, Italians were among the largest immigrant groups coming to the US. However, the combined numbers of Irish and Italian immigrants were still much smaller than those coming from southern and eastern Europe. Therefore, option A is the best choice.

The Largest Number of Immigrants to the United States in the Late