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Exit 1/16 (3 Questions)

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Question 1

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Which of the following statements accurately represents the relationship between the article's central ideas?

A   After California changed its immigration laws, the federal government followed suit with laws that kept Chinese workers from entering the country. 

B   Despite U.S-China treaty agreements, the federal government succumbed to pressure from Western states to stop Chinese immigration. 

C   As economic opportunity fell in the late 1800s, resentment and prejudice toward the Chinese led to harsh restrictions on immigration. 

D   Since the immigration restrictions had strong public support across the country, the Exclusion Acts remained law until World War II. 

Question 2

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Which sentence BEST summarizes the role of Congress in enacting the Exclusion Acts?

A   Due to public opinion, they revised and expanded the scope of the acts until a complete ban was achieved. 

B   Based on the advice of the president, they reached an agreement to limit Chinese immigration. 

C   Since western states were most affected by Chinese labor, Democrats led efforts to restrict immigration. 

D   Because of economic pressure, they revised labor laws to protect American workers and open up new jobs. 

Question 3

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According to the article, each of the following contributed to anti-Chinese sentiment EXCEPT:

A   segregated communities 

B   racial identity 

C   nationalist ideas 

D   cultural differences 