Question

during the late 1800s, the chinese immigration rate dramatically
decreased because of new legislation.
decreased because of a war in china.
increased because of a gold rush.
increased because of job opportunities.

Explanation:

In the late 1800s in the United States, the Chinese Exclusion Act of 1882 was passed. This was the first significant law restricting immigration in US history and led to a dramatic decrease in Chinese immigration.

Answer:

A. decreased because of new legislation.