Question

which of the following were push factors in the wave of immigration that occurred between 1820 and 1850? check all of the boxes that apply
freedom in the united states
famines and food shortages in the old country
better housing in america
overcrowding in europe
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Explanation:

Push factors are conditions that force people to leave their home country. The options describing negative conditions in the origin region are push factors, while positive conditions in the destination (US) are pull factors.

• "freedom in the United States" and "better housing in America" are pull factors (attractions to the US).
• "famines and food shortages in the old country" and "overcrowding in Europe" are push factors (negative conditions driving emigration).

Answer:

• famines and food shortages in the old country
• overcrowding in Europe