Solved

Why Was Legislation Passed in 1875 to Discourage the Immigration

Question 28

Multiple Choice

Why was legislation passed in 1875 to discourage the immigration of Chinese women?


A) Americans suspected them of being brought to the United States as "picture brides" for white laborers.
B) Americans felt that they were taking too many jobs away from American working women.
C) Americans assumed that most Chinese women were being brought over to be prostitutes.
D) Americans resented the ability of Chinese women to help their husbands create successful farms.

Correct Answer:

verifed

Verified

Unlock this answer now
Get Access to more Verified Answers free of charge

Related Questions

Unlock this Answer For Free Now!

View this answer and more for free by performing one of the following actions

qr-code

Scan the QR code to install the App and get 2 free unlocks

upload documents

Unlock quizzes for free by uploading documents