Which group has lived in the United States longer than all other immigrant groups besides Anglo-Saxons, yet still faces the segregation and poverty that for the other groups was only a transitional phase? A. eastern Europeans
B. southern Europeans
C. Irish
D. African Americans
E. Asian Americans
The correct answer is D. African Americans.
African Americans are descended from enslaved individuals brought to the United States long before many other immigrant groups. Despite their long history in the country, they continue to face systemic issues such as segregation and economic challenges, which have persisted beyond those experienced by some other immigrant groups. This historical context sets them apart in terms of ongoing social and economic struggles.