Which of the following best describes nativism in the 1800s? a policy favoring native-born americans over immigrants an interest in learning about the native cultures of immigrants a regional policy of maintaining traditional economic systems a practice in most factories of hiring only native-born americans

The correct answer is:

A- a policy favoring native-born Americans over immigrants

Explanation:

Nativism is the executive position of processing status for several organized inhabitants of a nation as contrasted to requirements of newcomers or aliens. It is characterized by opposition to immigration based on fears that the emigrants will deteriorate or spoil surviving cultural importance.