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New Immigration

Question 6 • 8th Grade US History & Geography A

Most “old” immigrants who came to America during the 1600s and 1700s were from

Answer
A
Africa.
B
eastern Europe.
C
southern Europe.
D
western Europe.

Explanation

During the 1600s and 1700s, most immigrants to America came from western Europe, especially England and other parts of the British Isles. The large waves from eastern and southern Europe came much later, mainly in the late 1800s and early 1900s. Therefore, the correct choice is western Europe.

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