Nativists believed that restricting the immigration of certain groups would:
A) create tension in ethnic communities.
B) protect the nation.
C) harm international relations.
D) eliminate racism.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Nativists believed that restricting the immigration of certain groups would protect the nation from the perceived negative effects of those groups. They believed that these groups were inferior and would threaten the American way of life, so by restricting their immigration, they could maintain the dominant culture and values.

Nativists Believed That Restricting the Immigration of Certain Groups Would