In the late 1800's and early 1900's, why did most immigrants to the united states settle in urban areas? a)the ready availability of industrial jobsb)immigrants were not allowed to buy farmlandc)labor unions provided free housing in the citiesd)government restrictions required immigrants to settle in cities

Question:

In the late 1800's and early 1900's, why did most immigrants to the United States settle in urban areas?

A) the ready availability of industrial jobs

B) immigrants were not allowed to buy farmland

C) labor unions provided free housing in the cities

D) government restrictions required immigrants to settle in cities

A) the ready availability of industrial jobs

Explanation:

In the late 1800's and early 1900's, urban areas of the United States attracted thousands of immigrants because of the ready availability of industrial jobs. Industrial centers of the Northeast, like New York, Boston, and Pittsburgh experienced a population boom during this era.