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Impact of Reconstruction

Question 5 • EAP-Virginia and US History A CR

Why did the size of cities increase during the Gilded Age?Check all of the boxes that apply.

Answer
A
Many people moved from the country to cities to find jobs.
B
Immigrants came to the United States, and most settled in cities.
C
Businesses located their factories in rural areas, just outside cities.
D
Rail lines made transportation to and from cities easier.

Explanation

Cities grew as people moved from rural areas to find work, and many immigrants settled in cities. Rail lines also made it easier to travel and transport goods to and from urban centers, supporting their growth. Businesses locating factories in rural areas would not explain why city populations increased.

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