Most of the Immigrants That Arrived from the Cantonese-Speaking Parts

question 17

Multiple Choice

Most of the immigrants that arrived from the Cantonese-speaking parts of southern China were

• A)families in search of a new life in AmericA.
• B)single young men bent on bringing wealth back home.
• C)single young women seeking work as prostitutes.
• D)single men hoping to start families in the U.S.

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Definitions:

United States

A country located in North America, consisting of 50 states, and known for its significant cultural and political influence globally.

Assimilation Model

A theory or approach suggesting that cultural or ethnic minorities should be absorbed into the dominant society, losing their original identities.

Societal Conditions

The state of society at a given time, including its norms, laws, and living standards.

Immigration

The action of coming to live permanently in a foreign country.