The Disruption That Came from the Civil War

question 8

Multiple Choice

The disruption that came from the Civil War:

• A) completely halted immigration.
• B) slowed but didn't stop immigration.
• C) led to the Immigration Filtering Act of 1861.
• D) was controlled by Southern Military forces.

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