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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter IX, The Puerto Ricans.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How did German Jews regard themselves?
(a) Jewish Americans.
(b) Germans of the Hebrew faith.
(c) Hebrews from Europe.
(d) Jews from Germany.

2. In what area did 19th century Irish consider themselves superior to Germans?
(a) Sports.
(b) Religion.
(c) Education.
(d) Americanization.

3. How did the Pennsylvania Dutch regard politics and government?
(a) With expectations and hope.
(b) With confidence and trust.
(c) With great interest.
(d) With distrust and disinterest.

4. What was a "hatchet man"?
(a) An entertainer.
(b) A lumberjack.
(c) A woodsman.
(d) A member of a Chinese secret society.

5. What was higher among Puerto Ricans in New York than among either blacks or whites?
(a) Fertility rates.
(b) Political participation.
(c) Education.
(d) Income.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why are the Hong Kong Chinese vulnerable to employer exploitation?

2. Which group formed the largest migration to America in the 19th century?

3. What percentage of Puerto Ricans voted to be accepted as a U.S. state?

4. How did Chinese immigrants finance business startups?

5. Which ethnic group got along best with the Indians?

(see the answer key)

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