Immigration and Ethnic Diversity: Impact on American Culture and Society

Question 1

Which of the following is NOT a primary factor motivating people to immigrate to the United States?

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Natural disasters

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Economic opportunities

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Political asylum

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Educational opportunities

Question 2

In the context of immigration, the term 'assimilation' refers to:

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Adopting the customs and beliefs of a new culture while potentially retaining some aspects of one's original culture

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Completely abandoning one's original culture and fully embracing a new one

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Being forced to convert to a new culture against one's will

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Maintaining one's original culture without adopting any aspects of a new culture

Question 3

The 'Ellis Island Effect' primarily refers to:

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The positive impact of immigration on American ingenuity and economic development

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The negative consequences of immigration on American infrastructure and social services

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The challenges encountered by immigrants during their arrival and processing at Ellis Island in the early 20th century

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The financial advantages gained by immigrants over native-born Americans

Question 4

The process of 'integration' in the context of immigration involves:

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Fully participating in a new society while potentially maintaining some aspects of one's original culture

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Separating oneself from the host society and preserving one's original culture

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Being forced to conform to the norms of the host society

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Completely assimilating into the dominant culture and abandoning one's original culture

Question 5

Which of the following is an example of a 'push factor' influencing immigration?

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Political instability or violence in one's home country

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Economic opportunities in a new country

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Pursuing educational opportunities abroad

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Reuniting with family members who have already immigrated

Question 6

The 'Model Minority Myth' refers to the:

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Stereotypical belief that Asian Americans are inherently successful and hardworking, often used to downplay or ignore the challenges they face

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Erroneous assumption that all immigrants are criminals or pose a threat to society

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Belief that immigrants should completely abandon their original cultures and fully assimilate into American society

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Idea that immigrants are universally seen as a threat to American national security

Question 7

The 'Nativist Movement' in American history was primarily characterized by:

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Opposing immigration and advocating for restrictions on immigration

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Supporting immigration and promoting the rights of immigrants

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Promoting the assimilation of immigrants into American society

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Supporting the integration of immigrants into American society while preserving their cultural heritage

Question 8

Which ethnic group comprises the largest population in the United States today?

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White (European descendants)

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African American

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Hispanic/Latino

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Asian

Question 9

The iconic Statue of Liberty was a gift to the United States from which nation?

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France

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United Kingdom

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Germany

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Italy

Question 10

Which amendment to the US Constitution safeguards individuals from discrimination based on where they were born?

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Fourteenth Amendment

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First Amendment

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Fifteenth Amendment

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Nineteenth Amendment

Question 11

Which of the following is NOT a potential benefit of immigration to the United States?

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Political instability

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Economic growth

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Cultural diversity

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Increased innovation

Question 12

In the context of immigration, 'assimilation' refers to the process of:

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Adopting the dominant culture and values of a new society

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Creating a new, distinct culture that combines elements from both the original and new cultures

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Rejecting the new culture and adhering to the original culture

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Voluntarily returning to the country of origin

Question 13

The Statue of Liberty is often associated with immigration to the United States because it:

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Symbolizes hope and opportunity for immigrants

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Was designed by an immigrant

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Was built on Ellis Island, a major immigration center

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Is located in New York City, a major destination for immigrants

Question 14

The process by which immigrants and their descendants gradually adopt the language, customs, and values of a new society is known as:

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Acculturation

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Integration

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Assimilation

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Naturalization

Question 15

The concept of 'cultural pluralism' in the context of immigration emphasizes:

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The belief that different cultures should coexist and be respected

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The idea that one culture is superior to all others

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The process of immigrants completely abandoning their original culture

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The forced assimilation of immigrants into a single dominant culture

Question 16

Which ethnic group has significantly contributed to American music genres like jazz and blues?

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African Americans

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Chinese Americans

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Irish Americans

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German Americans

Question 17

Which of the following is NOT a potential challenge faced by immigrants in the United States?

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Climate change

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Language barriers

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Job discrimination

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Homesickness

Question 18

According to our unit, which factor has been most influential in shaping the ethnic diversity of the United States?

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Historical events

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Economic opportunities

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Political stability

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Environmental factors

Question 19

Which of the following is an example of a policy that aims to encourage the integration of immigrants into American society?

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Bilingual education programs

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English-only laws

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Increased border security

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Deportation of undocumented immigrants

Question 20

In recent decades, which region has been a major source of immigrants to the United States?

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Latin America

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Europe

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Asia

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Africa

Question 21

Which of the following is NOT typically cited as a major reason for immigration to the United States?

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Climate change

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Economic opportunities

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Political asylum

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Educational advancement

Question 22

Which ethnic group has contributed the largest proportion to the American population historically?

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German

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Irish

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Italian

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Chinese

Question 23

What is the term used to describe the process by which immigrants embrace the culture of their new country?

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Assimilation

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Integration

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Acculturation

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Naturalization

Question 24

What is the term used to describe the movement of people within the borders of a single country?

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Internal migration

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Emigration

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Immigration

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Naturalization

Question 25

What is the term used to describe a policy stance that favors restricting immigration?

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Nativism

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Isolationism

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Protectionism

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Xenophobia

Question 26

The Statue of Liberty is often associated with:

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Welcoming immigrants and symbolizing freedom and opportunity

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Representing national sovereignty and military strength

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Promoting economic prosperity and financial success

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Celebrating cultural diversity and global harmony

Question 27

Which country has the largest population of immigrants residing in the United States?

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Mexico

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China

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India

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Philippines

Question 28

The 'American Dream' typically refers to:

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The aspiration for economic success, social mobility, and personal fulfillment

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The pursuit of political freedom, equality, and democratic rights

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The desire for cultural assimilation and integration into American society

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The hope for religious freedom and tolerance

Question 29

The theory that racial and ethnic differences are not inherent but rather shaped by social and cultural factors is known as:

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Social constructivism

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Biological determinism

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Environmental determinism

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Cultural relativism

Question 30

Which of the following is NOT a major reason for people to immigrate to the United States?

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Environmental disasters

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Economic opportunities

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Religious freedom

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Political unrest

Question 31

The Statue of Liberty is a symbol of:

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Freedom and opportunity

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American exceptionalism

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Immigration control

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Military strength

Question 32

What is the term used to describe the movement of people within a country?

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Migration

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Emigration

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Immigration

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Urbanization

Question 33

Which of the following is a primary factor contributing to the cultural diversity of the United States?

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Immigration from various regions of the world

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Significant regional differences within the country

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Proximity to neighboring nations

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Historical events shaping American identity

Question 34

The 'American Dream' embodies the belief in:

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Equal opportunity for success regardless of background

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The superiority of the United States globally

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The inevitable path to wealth and prosperity through hard work

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The necessity for immigrants to fully assimilate into American society

Question 35

The term 'transnationalism' in the context of immigration describes:

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Immigrants maintaining strong ties to their home countries

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Immigrants abandoning their cultural identity

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Immigrants solely focused on assimilation

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Immigrants rejecting all aspects of their new country's culture

Question 36

An 'ethnic enclave' refers to:

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Neighborhoods with high concentrations of immigrants

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Areas where immigrants are prohibited from residing

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Government-designated zones for immigrant settlement

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Schools exclusively serving immigrant children

Question 37

The process of 'naturalization' entails:

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Becoming a citizen of a new country

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Renouncing one's original citizenship

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Fully assimilating into a new culture

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Obtaining permanent residency status

Question 38

Which US city is widely recognized for its large and diverse immigrant population?

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New York City

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Los Angeles

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Chicago

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San Francisco

Question 39

What term describes the process by which immigrants adopt the prevailing culture of their new country?

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Assimilation

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Acculturation

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Integration

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Transculturation

Question 40

Which of the following is NOT a potential contribution of immigrants to American society?

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Weakening of the economy

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Economic growth

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Cultural diversity

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Increased innovation

Question 41

Which US law significantly restricted immigration from certain countries and established quotas?

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Immigration Act of 1924

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Emergency Quota Act

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Chinese Exclusion Act

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Hart-Celler Act

Question 42

What is the term used to describe the prejudice or discrimination faced by immigrants?

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Xenophobia

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Ethnocentrism

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Chauvinism

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Racism

Question 43

What is the term for the legal process by which immigrants obtain citizenship in the United States?

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Naturalization

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Deportation

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Emigration

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Settlement

Question 44

Who gifted the Statue of Liberty to the United States?

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France

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Germany

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United Kingdom

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Italy

Question 45

Quotas on visas are an example of which immigration policy?

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Regulation

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Undocumented immigrant amnesty

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Stricter border control

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Open borders

Question 46

Assimilation refers to the process of?

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Integrating into a new culture

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Preserving one's heritage

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Exchanging cultural traits

Question 47

Which of the following is perceived as a potential advantage of immigration?

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A diverse and skilled workforce

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Reduced economic opportunities

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Increased crime rates

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Strain on natural resources

Question 48

What is the term specifically used to describe prejudice or discrimination against immigrants?

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Xenophobia

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Chauvinism

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Ethnocentrism

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Nationalism

Question 49

Which immigrant group made significant contributions to the construction of the transcontinental railroad in the United States?

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Chinese

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Italians

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Irish

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Germans

Question 50

What is a distinguishing characteristic of US immigration history?

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Periodic waves of immigrants from diverse regions at different times

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A continuous flow of immigrants from neighboring countries

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Exclusive immigration from a single region or country

Question 51

Which of the following defines a multicultural society?

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Respect and appreciation for diverse cultures

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Suppression of minority cultures by a dominant one

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Complete assimilation into a single, uniform culture

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Segregation and isolation of different cultural groups

Question 52

Identify an example of an ethnic neighborhood in the United States.

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Little Havana in Miami

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Silicon Valley in California

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Hollywood in Los Angeles

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Manhattan in New York City

Question 53

Which government policy has been employed to regulate immigration in the United States?

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Quotas

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Tariffs

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Embargoes

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Sanctions

Question 54

Among contemporary issues related to immigration and ethnic diversity in the United States, which one is most prominent?

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Xenophobia

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Apartheid

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Imperialism

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Colonialism