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

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.

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.

Answer 1

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

Explanation: The table shows a steady rise in the urban share (6% in 1800 to 40% in 1900), consistent with growth of port and industrial cities due to immigration and factory jobs. Of the choices given, overseas migration to U.S. port towns best explains the increasing urban population.