Read the following excerpt from "The Significance of the Frontier in American History":
First, we note that the frontier promoted the formation of a
composite nationality for the American people. The coast
was preponderantly English, but the later tides of
continental immigration flowed across to the free lands.
Which of the following statements best summarizes the idea in this passage?
A. The diverse background of the immigrants ensured that none
would be completely American
B. The English were the first to colonize the coast, while other
immigrants were the first to travel to the frontier
C. The variety of immigrants to the frontier created an American with
a mixed heritage.
D. The frontier was best suited for people with diverse background