Question 1

Which of the following is true of the Chinese Exclusion Act of 1882?

Accepted Answer

The Chinese Exclusion Act of 1882 was the first significant law restricting immigration into the United States. While it primarily prohibited all Chinese laborers from immigrating to the U.S., it made exceptions for certain categories of Chinese individuals, such as merchants, diplomats, students, and tourists, allowing them to enter the U.S. under specific conditions.

Question 2

In the 1920s, the United States instituted a national origin system of immigration based on quotas. Under this system, 70 percent of the quota for the Eastern hemisphere went to three countries: Great Britain, Germany, and ________.

Accepted Answer

Ireland was one of the three countries, along with Great Britain and Germany, that received the majority of the Eastern hemisphere's immigration quotas under the United States' national origin system in the 1920s. This system favored immigrants from these countries, reflecting the U.S. immigration policy's preference for Northern and Western Europeans.

Question 3

The citizens of Hanivale prefer to migrate to the neighboring country of East Argan due to the availability of high-paying jobs and higher standards of living in that country. This creates a shortage of skilled workers and technical expertise in Hanivale. Which of the following problems associated with migration is shown in the given scenario?

Accepted Answer

The scenario describes a situation where skilled workers and individuals with technical expertise are leaving Hanivale for better opportunities in East Argan, leading to a shortage of such skilled individuals in Hanivale. This is a classic example of "brain drain," where a country loses its skilled workforce to other countries.

Question 4

The majority of foreign-born people living in the United States today are from ________.

Accepted Answer

The majority of foreign-born people in the United States are from Latin America, with a significant number coming from countries like Mexico, El Salvador, and Guatemala.

Question 5

The majority of foreign students receiving their doctorates in the sciences and engineering in the United States ________.

Accepted Answer

The majority of foreign students who receive their doctorates in the sciences and engineering in the United States tend to choose to remain in the country four years after completing their degrees, often due to better job opportunities, research facilities, and living conditions.

Question 6

The use of two or more languages in places of work or educational facilities, according each language equal legitimacy is called ________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The use of two or more languages...

Question 7

Under the national origin system, which of the following countries continued to enjoy unrestricted immigration to the United States?

Accepted Answer

Under the national origin system, South America was not subject to the strict quotas that limited immigration from Europe and Asia, allowing for relatively unrestricted immigration from these countries to the United States.

Question 8

Sinophobes are people with a ________.

Accepted Answer

Sinophobes have a fear or dislike of anything associated with China, including its culture, people, and products.

Question 9

One of the primary goals of the 1965 Immigration and Nationality Act was to ________.

Accepted Answer

The 1965 Immigration and Nationality Act, also known as the Hart-Celler Act, aimed to reunite immigrant families and abolish the national origins quota system that had been in place since the 1920s. This act significantly changed the demographic makeup of the United States by allowing immigration from Asia, Africa, and other regions that had been restricted previously.

Question 10

Fearing the domination of the immigrant groups in the country, the government of Cambria introduces policies that favor local citizens over the immigrants. These policies are an example of ________.

Accepted Answer

Nativism is the policy of protecting the interests of native-born or established inhabitants against those of immigrants, which aligns with the government's actions described.

Question 11

________ is a push factor responsible for immigration.

Accepted Answer

Religious persecution is a push factor that forces individuals to leave their home country to escape discrimination or harm based on their religious beliefs.

Question 12

A conflict theorist analyzing the immigration policies followed by America is likely to believe that ________.

Accepted Answer

Conflict theorists often argue that social and economic power differentials influence policies, including immigration. They would likely believe that immigration restrictions were applied unevenly, reflecting inequalities and biases in society.

Question 13

Who among the following is a sinophobe?

Accepted Answer

Sinophobia refers to a fear or dislike of China, its people, or its culture. Edward's bias against the Chinese and anything associated with China fits the definition of sinophobia.

Question 14

The fear or hatred of strangers is known as ________.

Accepted Answer

Xenophobia is the term that specifically refers to the fear or hatred of strangers or foreigners.

Question 15

Which of the following was the outcome of the gentlemen's agreement completed in 1908?

Accepted Answer

The Gentlemen's Agreement of 1908 was an informal agreement between the United States and Japan whereby Japan agreed not to issue passports to its citizens wishing to work in the U.S., effectively limiting immigration. This was in response to tensions and discrimination against Japanese immigrants in the U.S., particularly in California.

Question 16

The most critical issue in the anti-Chinese movement of the late nineteenth century was ________.

Accepted Answer

Race was the most critical issue in the anti-Chinese movement of the late nineteenth century. Chinese immigrants were often seen as a threat to white workers, and they were subjected to discrimination and violence.

Question 17

Conflict theorists studying the immigration policies adopted by America state that ________.

Accepted Answer

Conflict theory suggests that societal power dynamics influence immigration policies, often reflecting economic needs rather than equitable treatment. The historical context of Chinese immigrants being welcomed primarily for their labor, especially during periods like the Gold Rush and the construction of the Transcontinental Railroad, before facing exclusion through laws like the Chinese Exclusion Act of 1882, exemplifies this dynamic.

Question 18

During the World War II, Azami, a woman who lost her entire family, developed a strong hatred toward foreigners. In this context, Azami has ________.

Accepted Answer

Xenophobia is the fear or hatred of foreigners, which aligns with Azami's feelings after losing her family during World War II.

Question 19

One general pattern of immigration to the United States over time is that ________.

Accepted Answer

The source countries of immigrants to the United States have shifted over time, reflecting changes in global economic conditions, conflicts, and U.S. immigration policies. Early immigration was dominated by European countries, while later waves saw increased numbers from Latin America, Asia, and other regions.

Question 20

The influence of the 1965 Immigration and Nationality Act passed in the United States was primarily on the composition rather than the size of immigration. Which of the following was an outcome of this act?

Accepted Answer

The 1965 Immigration and Nationality Act significantly altered the sources of immigration to the United States by abolishing the national origins quota system that had been in place since the 1920s, leading to a more diverse immigrant population from Asia, Africa, and Latin America.

Quiz 4: Immigration