Lesson 69 of 84 · Immigration
⭐ 30 XPImmigration in the 1800s
Immigration in the 1800s was a time of great change for the United States.
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Immigration in the 1800s was a time of great change for the United States. Many people came from Europe, including Irish and German immigrants, fleeing difficult situations at home. They sought jobs and new opportunities in America, often working in factories or on farms. This influx of immigrants helped shape the nation’s development and contributed to its growing diversity.
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The 1800s saw many Irish and German immigrants coming to America.
Many immigrants worked in factories and on farms.
This period contributed to America's growing diversity.
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1 of 2Which two groups of immigrants came to America in the 1800s?
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