Why did most immigrants move to the cities in america?

For searching of jobs and to get a good chance to prove themselves

Opportunity to find work inspired most immigrants to move to cities in American.  America provided hope and opportunity for economic security.

Explanation:

Immigrants were in search of work and the city provided more work opportunities. In addition to work, immigrants found security in settling in communities of like culture and heritage.  For instance, there were significant Asian and European communities in New York.

d: social contract theory

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