Which of the following statements accurately and identifies were Asian and pacific islanders immigrate settle in Texas during the late 19th century, and why they settle their
During the late 19th century, Asian and Pacific Islanders primarily settled in rural areas of Texas due to a combination of economic opportunities and discrimination faced in urban areas. The following statement accurately identifies the reasons for their settlement:
1. Many Asian and Pacific Islanders settled in rural areas of Texas during the late 19th century due to economic opportunities in agriculture and railroad construction. They found work in industries such as rice farming, cotton picking, and railroad construction, especially in the areas of Galveston, Houston, and the Gulf Coast.
The economic opportunities in agriculture and railroad construction attracted Asian and Pacific Islanders to Texas, as they sought employment in these industries. However, they often faced discrimination and barred entry from urban areas, leading them to settle in rural regions of the state.