Question

Use the table to answer the question.

U.S. Urban and Rural Population
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 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 jobs in rural than urban areas.
The Industrial Revolution created more jobs in rural than urban areas.

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 agricultural jobs over time.

Answer 1

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

Explanation: The table shows a large rise in the urban share (6% → 40%), consistent with immigration and growth of port/industrial cities rather than movement to rural areas or growth in agricultural jobs.