Which historical government policy was designed to protect the racial purity of American society by banning Chinese immigrants from entry:
A) Chinese Exclusion Act
B) National Origins Quota System
C) Immigration Reform Act
D) Dream Act

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The Chinese Exclusion Act of 1882 was a historical government policy that banned Chinese immigrants from entering the United States for 10 years, and later the ban was extended indefinitely. The policy was enacted to "protect" the racial purity of American society and limit competition for jobs, particularly on the West Coast. It was not until the Immigration and Nationality Act of 1965 that restrictions on Chinese immigration were lifted. The other options listed do not pertain to the banning of Chinese immigrants.

Which Historical Government Policy Was Designed to Protect the Racial