The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986

question 71

Multiple Choice

The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986

• A)significantly reduced illegal immigration to the United States.
• B)gave preference to immigrants with families living in the United States.
• C)was vetoed by President Reagan.
• D)gave preference to refugees from economically depressed countries.
• E)imposed penalties on employers of illegal immigrants.

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Definitions:

Ostracism

A form of social exclusion in which a person is temporarily banished or excluded from a community or group through a formal or informal process.

Felony Incarceration

The confinement in prison of individuals who have been convicted of a felony, which is a crime typically more serious than a misdemeanor.

Voting Rights

The entitlement or permission to vote in public, political elections, often considered a fundamental component of democratic societies.

Maine; Vermont

Two northeastern states in the United States known for their natural landscapes and outdoor activities.