Movement of People Quick Check

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What is a factor that encouraged people to migrate to the United States? (1 point)
Responses

American jobs paid strong, living wages.
American jobs paid strong, living wages.

The Industrial Revolution created more farming job opportunities.
The Industrial Revolution created more farming job opportunities.

American workers were friendly to immigrants.
American workers were friendly to immigrants.

The steam engine made travel faster and cheaper.

Answer 1

The most relevant factor that encouraged people to migrate to the United States is:

The steam engine made travel faster and cheaper.

This innovation facilitated greater mobility and made it easier for people to move across distances, including migrating to other countries like the United States. While the other options present valid points, the steam engine's impact on travel specifically addresses the means by which people could migrate.