Question

6.2.2 quiz: new immigrants
question 7 of 10
which statement describes one way new immigrants influenced america in the late 19th century?
a. new immigrants became a major political force in government.
b. new immigrants helped fuel american industrial growth.
c. new immigrants became major property owners in america.
d. new immigrants used their wealth to grow the american economy.

Explanation:

In the late 19th century, new immigrants provided a large labor force. Industries needed workers for factories, construction, etc. Immigrants filled these roles, contributing to industrial expansion.

• Option A: New immigrants faced discrimination and were not a major political force in government at that time.
• Option C: Many new immigrants were poor and did not become major property owners.
• Option D: New immigrants were often not wealthy; they came seeking economic opportunities (jobs) rather than using pre - existing wealth to grow the economy.

Answer:

B. New immigrants helped fuel American industrial growth.