1. Why did many people leave Iceland in the 1870s?

They were driven from their homeland by a series of volcanic eruptions.

2. Why did they choose Canada as a destination?

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Can someone please help me with the second question. thanks.

5 answers

Canada welcomed immigrants in the 1800s. It was a free country and the Icelanders believed they could prosper in Canada.

thank you for your help.

You're welcome.

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