Question

Which is a true statement about cities in the period between the Civil War and 1920?

Cities grew rapidly as both immigrants and native-born citizens sought higher paying jobs.

Cities grew slowly because people wanted to stay on their farms and make money.
Cities grew rapidly because people were eager to enjoy the sophisticated entertainment they Cities remained about the same at that time because people were reluctant to make changes.

Answer 1

Answer: The correct option is: "Cities grew rapidly as both immigrants and native-born citizens sought higher paying jobs".

Step-by-step explanation:

The historical period between 1865 and 1920 was a era of great changes in American society. Rise of industrialization, surge of immigration, reconstruction of the country after the Civil War are some examples of important events occurred during these years. Indeed, cities grew rapidly thanks to industrialization (many people left rural areas and established in the cities) and those immigrants arriving from other countries; both natives and immigrants were looking for higher paying jobs.

Answer 2

"Cities grew rapidly as both immigrants and native-born citizens sought higher paying jobs" is the one among the following choices given in the question is a true statement about cities in the period between the Civil War and 1920. The correct option among all the options that are given in the question is the first option.