Question

question 18 of 20

immigrants from ______ were pushed to the united states by a lack of economic opportunities in their homeland.

a. ireland

b. china

c. england

d. germany

Explanation:

Analyze the historical push factors for each option

During the 19th century, different immigrant groups had distinct primary push factors:

• Ireland: The Great Famine (Potato Famine) of the 1840s caused extreme starvation, poverty, and a complete lack of economic opportunities, forcing millions to flee.
• Germany: Many German immigrants were pushed by political instability, the revolutions of 1848, and a desire for land.
• China: Immigrants were pushed by political upheaval (Taiping Rebellion) and economic distress.
• England: Generally had lower rates of desperate push-migration compared to Ireland during this era.

Identify the primary group associated with extreme economic deprivation

While multiple groups faced hardships, historical curricula specifically emphasize Irish immigrants as being heavily pushed to the United States due to the devastating lack of economic survival options and starvation in their homeland.

Answer:

• (A) Ireland (Correct answer)
• (B) China
• (C) England
• (D) Germany