Canada's Immigration Policy and Discrimination Quiz
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Which group in Canada considered the increased non-British immigration a threat?

  • Asian immigrants
  • British immigrants
  • Eastern Europeans
  • French-Canadians (correct)
  • Where did tensions regarding immigration restrictions rise significantly in Canada?

  • Alberta
  • British Columbia (correct)
  • Ontario
  • Quebec
  • What method was used by a xenophobic nation to discourage certain immigrants, especially Asians?

  • Education benefits
  • Free land offers
  • Head taxes (correct)
  • Citizenship grants
  • What was part of the Chinese Immigration Act in Canada?

    <p>Head tax</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which group of immigrants usually faced restrictions and were discouraged from entering Canada?

    <p>Asians</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who were seen as a threat by the Anglo residents of British Columbia during a specific period?

    <p>Asiatic newcomers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the purpose of the 1908 Continuous Passage Act?

    <p>To discourage Indian immigrants from coming to Canada.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why did Gurdit Singh arrange for the voyage of the Komagata Maru?

    <p>To test Canadian limits on South Asian immigrants.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did 'white' British Columbians view the presence of 'Hindus' in the province?

    <p>They grew to resent their presence.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main reason for placing the Japanese vessel under medical quarantine?

    <p>To prevent any passengers from leaving the ship.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did Asian immigration to Vancouver change after the arrival of the Komagata Maru?

    <p>It came to a standstill.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What effect did the 1907 riot have on Asian immigration to Vancouver?

    <p>It sparked fear and resentment towards Asian immigrants.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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