The development of the railroads during the 1800s dramatically changed life for all in America. In which of the following ways did the railroads impact the lives of European immigrants?
A.They provided jobs for many immigrants.
B.They allowed immigrants a new way to easily reach the U.S.
C.They alienated immigrants from the Americans.
D.They forced immigrants to give up their cultural practices.
I believe A is the correct answer. Because the railroads made transportation of goods to other parts of America easier, the factories hired more people (especially those like immigrants who were willing to work cheaply) to make more goods.
Immigrants coming to America were seeking a new life, and they needed jobs to support their families. Many European immigrants, especially immigrants from Ireland, found jobs building the railroads.
