In 1751 Benjamin Franklin wrote about German immigrants arriving in Pennsylvania. Which statement summarizes his views about the influx of German immigrants at the time?
A) Franklin worried that immigrants would try to turn America German.
B) Franklin tried to make it possible for immigrants to run for president.
C) Franklin hoped that the positive aspects of German culture would influence America.
D) Franklin urged his fellow Americans to practice acceptance towards German immigrants.

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Franklin expressed concerns that the large number of German immigrants might lead to the Germanization of parts of America, fearing they would not assimilate and would instead maintain their own language and customs, potentially altering the cultural and linguistic landscape of the colonies.

In 1751 Benjamin Franklin Wrote About German Immigrants Arriving in Pennsylvania