Cities grew rapidly during the mid-1800s due to a. immigration and the migration of rural inhabitants to urban areas. b. the growth of the middle class. c. the enriched cultural life available in cities. d. an increase in adequate public services such as police and fire protection.

What event ensured england safe passage to colonize north america? a) many englishmen desired more religious freedom than the king allowed.b) england's government decided to take advantage of america's wealth of resources.c) england's defeat of the spanish armada in 1588 opened up the seaways.d) cabot claimed the north atlantic coast for england in 1497.