Question

In the 1800s, many people faced nativism, which was
a distrust of Native American populations.
an acceptance of people not born in the US.
a resentment of people not born in the US.
a distrust of people who lived in rural areas.

Answer 1

In the 1800s, many people faced nativism, which was **a resentment of people not born in the US**. Nativism was a political and social movement that sought to protect the interests of native-born or established inhabitants against those of immigrants. This sentiment often included hostility toward immigrants and a belief that they were a threat to American values and jobs.