What was the impact of the Chinese Exclusion Act on Chinese-Americans?(1 point)

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It led to their widespread assimilation into American society
It led to their widespread assimilation into American society

It created a system of legal discrimination, limited their rights, and fueled racism against Asian Americans.

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The correct response is:

It created a system of legal discrimination, limited their rights, and fueled racism against Asian Americans.

The Chinese Exclusion Act of 1882 severely restricted Chinese immigration and naturalization, leading to systemic discrimination and increased prejudice against Chinese and other Asian Americans.