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All of the following are reasons why immigrant groups at first settled in segregated neighborhoods except that:A.immigrants received support and advice from more experienced neighbors.B.immigrants often found that they were unwelcome in other neighborhoods.C.immigrants who didn't speak English were more comfortable with people who spoke their language.D.immigrants did not want to be considered American.

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All of the following are reasons why immigrant groups at first settled in segregated neighborhoods except that:A.immigrants received support and advice from more experienced neighbors.B.immigrants often found that they were unwelcome in other neighborhoods.C.immigrants who didn't speak English were more comfortable with people who spoke their language.D.immigrants did not want to be considered American.

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The statement that does not serve as a reason why immigrant groups initially settled in segregated neighborhoods is D. "Immigrants did not want to be considered American." This is because most immigrants move to a new country with the intention of becoming part of that society, which includes being identified as a citizen of that country. The other options A, B, and C all describe common reasons for the initial segregation, such as seeking support, facing discrimination, and language barriers.

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