2. Which of the following reasons help explain why the number of European immigrants dramatically increased in Pennsylvania after the War of 1812? Select all that apply. The Catholic Pope wished to take over the United States. Immigrants were trying to escape joblessness in Europe. ☐ Immigrants were trying to escape religious persecution in Europe. ☐ Immigrants were trying to escape famine in Europe.

2. Which of the following reasons help explain why the number of European immigrants dramatically increased in Pennsylvania after the War of 1812? Select all that apply. The Catholic Pope wished to take over the United States. Immigrants were trying to escape joblessness in Europe. ☐ Immigrants were trying to escape religious persecution in Europe. ☐ Immigrants were trying to escape famine in Europe.