Why did most Roman Catholic immigrants insist on building their own separate ethnic parishes?

A) They wanted their own priests who spoke their language.
B) Their religious practices were rarely compatible with those of other Roman Catholics.
C) They wanted to avoid excessive control and oversight by the Pope.
D) They used parishes to hide their wealth from taxation.

Ethnic Parishes

Churches or parochial communities that cater to the cultural, linguistic, and spiritual needs of immigrants from the same ethnicity.

Roman Catholic Immigrants

Individuals who migrated and often faced discrimination due to their religious beliefs, particularly during periods of significant migration to countries like the United States in the 19th and early 20th centuries.

Separate Ethnic Parishes

Religious communities or congregations that are formed based on ethnic identity, often to preserve cultural traditions and languages.