Question

Which statements about immigrants in the late 1800s are true?

Choose all answers that are correct.


Most immigrants were middle class and were looking for business opportunities in the New World.


Many immigrants had skills that allowed them to demand higher wages than American workers.


Most immigrants travelled to America as steerage passengers on steamships.


Many immigrants lacked English and job skills, forcing them to take low-paying jobs.

Answer 1

Many immigrants lacked English and job skills, forcing them to take low-paying jobs.

Step-by-step explanation:

Most immigrants lacked any English skills, notably the Chinese and some Germans. The Chinese were given low paying jobs and were subject to great discrimination. Chine immigrants were usually building railroads in the west for meager pay.