How has immigration to the U.S. changed over time?(1 point) Responses

Question

A. Immigration in the U.S. was previously mostly from Europe and based entirely on residency. Now, immigrants are still mostly from Europe, but restrictions were created after World War II to lower the number of immigrants.

B. Immigration in the U.S. was previously mostly from Europe and based on a quota system. After World War II, a criteria system was enacted to lower the number of immigrants coming into the country.

C. Immigration to the U.S. was previously mostly from Europe and based on a criteria system that placed priority on reuniting families and bringing in skilled workers. Now immigration to the U.S. uses a quota system based on national origin to ensure more balanced immigration from more countries.

D. Immigration to the U.S. was previously mostly from Europe and based on a quota system. Now, immigration to the U.S. uses a criteria system that places priority on reuniting families and bringing in skilled workers.

Answer 1

C. Immigration to the U.S. was previously mostly from Europe and based on a criteria system that placed priority on reuniting families and bringing in skilled workers. Now immigration to the U.S. uses a quota system based on national origin to ensure more balanced immigration from more countries.