What factor was the biggest contributor to the birth of sectionalism in the country?

a. economic differences between the states that accounted for varying desires and needs from government

b. opinions on tariffs

Why were chinese american immigrants frequently detained when trying to immigrate through angel island? the rules for immigration were stricter at this checkpoint due to health issues that were prevalent among asian populations at this time. the location of the island was difficult to reach, and ships to the mainland were often prevented from sailing more than once a week. immigration agents were notorious for asking immigrants confusing questions as a means of denying them entry. low wages caused a shortage of immigration officials, so many immigrants had to wait weeks or months before their applications were processed.

What is political gerrymandering, what does is accomplish, and why might legislators use this tactic in redistricting

Of the following, who would be the least affected by the telegraph? eastern industrialists western businessmen city dwellers native americans