Question

why did the united states keep strict immigration quotas during the 1930s?
○ the u.s. wanted more refugees to enter
○ congress supported unlimited immigration
○ the u.s. had no information about events in europe
○ the great depression made americans afraid of job competition

Explanation:

To determine the correct answer, we analyze each option:

• "The U.S. wanted more refugees to enter" is incorrect because strict quotas would limit, not increase, refugee entry.
• "Congress supported unlimited immigration" is wrong as strict quotas are the opposite of unlimited immigration.
• "The U.S. had no information about events in Europe" is not a valid reason for strict quotas; the U.S. was aware of European events.
• "The Great Depression made Americans afraid of job competition" is correct. During the Great Depression (1930s), high unemployment led Americans to fear immigrants taking jobs, so strict quotas were implemented to limit job competition.

Answer:

The Great Depression made Americans afraid of job competition