Poor People Flashcards
1
Q
What were non white North American immigrants seen as
A
A threat to American culture so they were treated very badly
2
Q
What percentage of black people were seen as an inferior race
A
10%
3
Q
What percentage of wealth was shared
A
5% of the population
4
Q
What percentage of people had an annual income of $2500
A
71%
5
Q
What happened to farmers who over produced
A
They lost land and fell into debt
6
Q
What did those working in old industries such as cotton have
A
Very low wages
7
Q
What happened to miners
A
Mines closed and wages were cut
8
Q
What were the most common jobs for immigrants
A
Construction
