The Immigration Act of 1965
A. established a "national origins" system to give preference to immigrants who had previously been discriminated against.
B. had little impact on the character of the American population.
C. maintained strict restrictions on immigrants from Africa.
D. eliminated rules that gave preference to immigrants from northern Europe.
E. allowed people from all parts of Latin America to enter the United States on an equal basis.
Answer: D
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