Chinese tongs were
A) secret societies.
B) prostitutes.
C) community officials.
D) merchants.
E) indentured servants.

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Chinese tongs were secret societies that aimed to support Chinese immigrants in the United States, particularly in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. They provided assistance with housing, employment, and protection from discrimination and violence. Tongs were often associated with illegal activity such as gambling, opium trade, and prostitution.

Chinese Tongs Were