Which reasons did some native-born Americans give for restricting immigration to the United States in the 1800s?

Choose all answers that are correct.

A.) Many thought it was unfair for immigrants to receive English language training and social services at taxpayer expense.

B.) Many believed that America had already taken in all the immigrants it could hold.

C.) Many claimed that immigrants who didn't speak English could never adapt to the American way of life.

D.) Many feared that immigrants who would work for low pay would end up taking their jobs.

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Griffin Norton

18 August, 05:56

Which reasons did some native-born Americans give for restricting immigration to the United States in the 1800s?

Choose all answers that are correct.

A.) Many thought it was unfair for immigrants to receive English language training and social services at taxpayer expense.

B.) Many believed that America had already taken in all the immigrants it could hold.

C.) Many claimed that immigrants who didn't speak English could never adapt to the American way of life.

D.) Many feared that immigrants who would work for low pay would end up taking their jobs.

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Kelsie · Answer 1

the answers are C and D

Explanation:

C. Many people feared that immigrants were more intelligent and highly skilled than Americans.

D. Many people were prejudiced against newcomers who were different.