Apentix/AP US History/Unit 9: Period 9 (1980-Present)/Question
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The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986

A.granted legal status to many undocumented immigrants while penalizing employers who knowingly hired them
B.banned all immigration to the United States
C.required all immigrants to serve in the military
D.returned California to Mexico

Explanation

Core Concept

The law offered amnesty to millions of undocumented residents and imposed sanctions on employers hiring unauthorized workers. Border enforcement also expanded under the act.

Correct Answer

Agranted legal status to many undocumented immigrants while penalizing employers who knowingly hired them

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