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Which group in Canada considered the increased non-British immigration a threat?
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?
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?
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?
What was part of the Chinese Immigration Act in Canada?
Which group of immigrants usually faced restrictions and were discouraged from entering Canada?
Which group of immigrants usually faced restrictions and were discouraged from entering Canada?
Who were seen as a threat by the Anglo residents of British Columbia during a specific period?
Who were seen as a threat by the Anglo residents of British Columbia during a specific period?
What was the purpose of the 1908 Continuous Passage Act?
What was the purpose of the 1908 Continuous Passage Act?
Why did Gurdit Singh arrange for the voyage of the Komagata Maru?
Why did Gurdit Singh arrange for the voyage of the Komagata Maru?
How did 'white' British Columbians view the presence of 'Hindus' in the province?
How did 'white' British Columbians view the presence of 'Hindus' in the province?
What was the main reason for placing the Japanese vessel under medical quarantine?
What was the main reason for placing the Japanese vessel under medical quarantine?
How did Asian immigration to Vancouver change after the arrival of the Komagata Maru?
How did Asian immigration to Vancouver change after the arrival of the Komagata Maru?
What effect did the 1907 riot have on Asian immigration to Vancouver?
What effect did the 1907 riot have on Asian immigration to Vancouver?
