Question

16 based on sources 22 and 23, what realities did immigrants arriving in america sometimes face in the 19th century? a although jobs and housing were available, conditions were usually unsafe and overcrowded. b immigrants used their knowledge to gain high - level positions in state and federal government. c immigrants arriving to america rarely settled in urban areas due to factories refusing to employ anyone born outside of the united states. d many immigrants were denied entry into america, meaning many who attempted to come were denied entry.

Explanation:

In the 19th - century America, industrialization led to job availability but poor living and working conditions. Immigrants often took these jobs despite the unsafe and over - crowded housing. Option B is incorrect as immigrants generally did not gain high - level government positions easily. Option C is wrong because immigrants often settled in urban areas where factories were located. Option D is not consistent with the main reality faced by those who did arrive.

Answer:

A. Although jobs and housing were available, conditions were usually unsafe and overcrowded.