Which of the following groups were considered "old immigrants" on the eve of the Civil War?

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The terms "old immigrants" or "first wave" immigrants generally referred to those who came to the United States prior to the mid-1800s, primarily from northern and western Europe. This would include English and Scottish immigrants, but also those from other countries like Germany and the Scandinavian nations. The Irish, who began arriving in large numbers during the mid-1800s, were often considered part of the "new immigrant" wave.

Which of the Following Groups Were Considered "Old Immigrants" on the Eve