Question

Which of the following best describes nativism during the 1800s?

A- a policy favoring native-born Americans over immigrants
B- an interest in learning about the native cultures of immigrants
C- a regional policy of maintaining traditional economic systems
D- a practice in most factories of hiring only native-born Americans

Answer 1

Out of the choices given, the one that best describes nativism during the 1800s was a policy favoring native-born American over immigrants. People that were born in the United States believed that the natives should get jobs over any immigrants. The correct answer is A. 

Answer 2

The correct answer is:

A- a policy favoring native-born Americans over immigrants

Explanation:

Nativism is the executive position of processing status for several organized inhabitants of a nation as contrasted to requirements of newcomers or aliens. It is characterized by opposition to immigration based on fears that the emigrants will deteriorate or spoil surviving cultural importance.