AP US Historymediummcq1 pt

The Chinese Exclusion Act of 1882 was significant because it:

A.Granted citizenship to Chinese immigrants

B.Was the first federal law restricting immigration based on nationality

C.Established a quota system for all immigrants

D.Opened immigration from China

Explanation

Core Concept

The Chinese Exclusion Act was the first significant law restricting immigration into the United States based on nationality, reflecting growing nativist sentiment and labor competition fears.

Correct Answer

BWas the first federal law restricting immigration based on nationality

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