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Movement of People Quick Check
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Use the table to answer the question.

U.S. Urban and Rural Population Percentages
Year Percentage of Urban Population Percentage of Rural Population
1800 6 94
1810 7 93
1820 7 93
1830 9 91
1840 11 89
1850 15 85
1860 20 80
1870 26 74
1880 28 72
1890 35 65
1900 40 60
Based on the population distribution shown in the table, which statement correctly evaluates the cause of increased migration to the U.S.?

(1 point)
Responses

There was overseas migration from Europe and Asia to U.S. port towns.
There was overseas migration from Europe and Asia to U.S. port towns.

The Industrial Revolution created more jobs in rural than urban areas.
The Industrial Revolution created more jobs in rural than urban areas.

There was a trend of migration within the U.S. from urban to rural cities.
There was a trend of migration within the U.S. from urban to rural cities.

The Industrial Revolution created more agricultural jobs over time.
The Industrial Revolution created more agricultural jobs over time.

Answer 1

The correct response that evaluates the cause of increased migration to the U.S., based on the population distribution shown in the table, is:

There was overseas migration from Europe and Asia to U.S. port towns.

The data indicates a significant increase in urban population percentages, which aligns with the historical context of increased immigration during this time period, as people from Europe and Asia moved to the U.S. seeking economic opportunities, particularly in urban areas associated with industrial growth.