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Unit 6 – Industrialization and the Gilded Age, 1865–1898
Topic 6.9
What was a common argument made by nativists against immigrants during the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries?
Immigrants were seen as unable or unwilling to assimilate into American society.
Immigrants should be welcomed as they would enrich American culture with their diversity.
Immigrants could bring valuable skills and knowledge to boost America's economy.
Immigrants were needed to fill labor shortages in booming industries such as railroads and mining.
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AP US History - 6.9 Responses to Immigration
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