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Lincoln — Cumulative exam

Question 31 • LCS-Teacher Remediation-M/J United States History_Q3

Which of the following best describes nativism in the 1800s?

Answer
A
a policy favoring native-born Americans over immigrants
B
an interest in learning about the native cultures of immigrants
C
a regional policy of maintaining traditional economic systems
D
a practice in most factories of hiring only native-born Americans

Explanation

Nativism was a belief and political movement that favored people born in the United States over immigrants. It often led to opposition to immigration and support for restrictions on immigrants’ rights. Choice A, a policy favoring native-born Americans over immigrants, best describes it.

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