Asked by CLARISSA BATISTA on May 19, 2024
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The immigrant group that was primarily Presbyterian was
A) Irish.
B) Scots-Irish.
C) Swedish.
D) English.
E) German.
Scots-Irish
People of Scottish and Irish descent, particularly those who emigrated to the American colonies in the 18th century, often settling in the Appalachian region.
Immigrant Group
A collective of people who have moved from their country of origin to another country, often to seek better opportunities or escape adverse conditions.
- Examine the spectrum of factors and population changes that prompted Europeans to migrate to the American colonies during the eighteenth century.
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Aisya IzoraMay 20, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
The Scots-Irish were primarily Presbyterian and immigrated to the United States in large numbers during the 18th century. The other options either had a different dominant religion or did not have a strong association with Presbyterianism.
Learning Objectives
- Examine the spectrum of factors and population changes that prompted Europeans to migrate to the American colonies during the eighteenth century.
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