Bibliograph

The Chinese Exclusion Act and its relevance today, by Duchess Harris, JD, PHD ; with Kate Conley

Type

Label

The Chinese Exclusion Act and its relevance today, by Duchess Harris, JD, PHD ; with Kate Conley

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references (page 46) and index

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

index present

resource.interestGradeLevel

Grade 4-8

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

The Chinese Exclusion Act and its relevance today

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

1121084022

resource.readingGradeLevel

Grade 4

Responsibility statement

by Duchess Harris, JD, PHD ; with Kate Conley

Series statement

Freedom's promise

Summary

"In the late 1800s, racial tensions between white and Chinese Americans were high. The US government passed the Chinese Exclusion Act in 1882. This act restricted immigration from China.The Chinese Exclusion Act and Its Relevance Todayexplores this act's effects and its influence on modern immigration laws. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index."--, Provided by publisher

Table Of Contents

A letter from Duchess -- Gold Mountain -- Growing mistrust -- Life under the act -- The act's legacy -- Fast facts -- Stop and think

Target audience

juvenile

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