In the late 1800s the building of railroads in europe led to an increase in u. s. immigration

This passage best represents which of these theories in the declaration of independence?

Question 16 of 27 1 point which statement best describes the mid-atlantic colonies of pennsylvania and new york? o a. policies of religious freedom attracted a diverse range of settlers. o b. they developed an economy based around slave labor. o c. nearly all of their settlers came from the same religious background. o d. conditions in these colonies were not well suited for small farmers

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