Apentix/AP US History/Unit 8: Period 8 (1945-1980)/Question
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Which of the following was a major consequence of the Immigration and Nationality Act of 1965?

A.Immigration from Asia, Latin America, and the Caribbean rose sharply as national-origins quotas were abolished
B.Immigration into the United States was halted
C.Only European immigrants were admitted
D.The United States closed its border with Mexico

Explanation

Core Concept

The act replaced the 1920s quota system, which had favored northern and western Europeans, with preferences for family reunification and skilled workers. The result was a far more diverse immigrant population than its sponsors anticipated.

Correct Answer

AImmigration from Asia, Latin America, and the Caribbean rose sharply as national-origins quotas were abolished

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