Question

Why did the Chinese Exclusion Act of 1882 ban Chinese immigration?

A. Because Chinese immigrants didn't pay their taxes

B. Because it was believed that the Chinese stole job opportunities
from white Americans

C. Because Chinese immigrants didn't possess the right skills for the
jobs available

D. Because Chinese immigrants did not want to become U.S. citizens

Answer 1

Answer:

The answer is B

Explanation:

There were economic fears, on the West Coast, native born Americans blamed Chinese workers for their unemployment and declining wages. Hope this helped :)

Answer 2

Answer:D. Because Chinese immigrants did not want to become U.S. citizens

Explanation: