What was a major consequence of rapid urbanization in Northern cities between 1820 and 1860?
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Correct answer: The development of segregated neighborhoods based on ethnicity and class
As cities grew, they became increasingly stratified. Immigrant groups often congregated in specific ethnic enclaves for mutual support, while the middle and upper classes moved to newer, more exclusive residential districts.
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