Which of the Following Was a Reason for the Forced

question 70

Multiple Choice

Which of the following was a reason for the forced repatriation of Mexican Americans in the 1920s and 1930s?

• A)To preserve American culture
• B)To prevent illegal immigration
• C)To reserve jobs for white Americans
• D)To curb massive population growth
• E)To mitigate communal conflicts

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Definitions:

Coercive Power

The ability of a person to influence someone else's decision making or behavior by using threats, punishment, or some form of pressure.

Hostility, Resentment, and Anger

Intense feelings of opposition, bitterness, and strong displeasure or rage, often resulting from perceived wrongs or frustrations.

Instrumental Goals

Objectives aimed at acquiring the means or resources necessary to achieve more significant end goals.

Long-range Goals

Objectives or aims set to be achieved over an extended period, planning beyond the immediate future.