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Political Movements and Immigration Reform: Policy and Advocacy

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Which political movement advocates for comprehensive immigration reform, including a path to citizenship for undocumented immigrants?

  1. The Tea Party Movement

  2. The Black Lives Matter Movement

  3. The DREAMers Movement

  4. The Republican Party

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The DREAMers Movement is a political movement advocating for comprehensive immigration reform, including a path to citizenship for undocumented immigrants who came to the United States as children.

What is the main goal of the nativist movement?

  1. To promote immigration

  2. To restrict immigration

  3. To provide amnesty for undocumented immigrants

  4. To increase border security

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The nativist movement is a political movement that advocates for the restriction of immigration.

Which political party generally supports more restrictive immigration policies?

  1. The Democratic Party

  2. The Republican Party

  3. The Libertarian Party

  4. The Green Party

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Republican Party generally supports more restrictive immigration policies than the Democratic Party.

What is the main argument of those who support a path to citizenship for undocumented immigrants?

  1. Undocumented immigrants are criminals and should be deported.

  2. Undocumented immigrants are a drain on the economy.

  3. Undocumented immigrants deserve a chance to become citizens.

  4. Undocumented immigrants are taking jobs away from American citizens.

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Those who support a path to citizenship for undocumented immigrants argue that they deserve a chance to become citizens because they are already contributing to the economy and society.

What is the main argument of those who oppose a path to citizenship for undocumented immigrants?

  1. Undocumented immigrants are criminals and should be deported.

  2. Undocumented immigrants are a drain on the economy.

  3. Undocumented immigrants deserve a chance to become citizens.

  4. Undocumented immigrants are taking jobs away from American citizens.

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Those who oppose a path to citizenship for undocumented immigrants argue that they are a drain on the economy because they use public services without paying taxes.

Which of the following is NOT a common argument used by advocates of immigration reform?

  1. Undocumented immigrants contribute to the economy.

  2. Undocumented immigrants are a drain on the economy.

  3. Undocumented immigrants are taking jobs away from American citizens.

  4. Undocumented immigrants deserve a path to citizenship.

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Advocates of immigration reform generally argue that undocumented immigrants contribute to the economy, not that they are a drain on it.

Which of the following is NOT a common argument used by opponents of immigration reform?

  1. Undocumented immigrants are criminals and should be deported.

  2. Undocumented immigrants are a drain on the economy.

  3. Undocumented immigrants deserve a chance to become citizens.

  4. Undocumented immigrants are taking jobs away from American citizens.

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Opponents of immigration reform generally argue that undocumented immigrants are criminals, a drain on the economy, or taking jobs away from American citizens, not that they deserve a chance to become citizens.

What is the name of the federal agency responsible for enforcing immigration laws?

  1. The Department of Homeland Security

  2. The Immigration and Customs Enforcement Agency

  3. The Border Patrol

  4. The Department of Justice

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Immigration and Customs Enforcement Agency (ICE) is the federal agency responsible for enforcing immigration laws.

What is the name of the federal program that allows undocumented immigrants who came to the United States as children to apply for deferred action and work permits?

  1. The Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program

  2. The Temporary Protected Status (TPS) program

  3. The Deferred Action for Parents of Americans and Lawful Permanent Residents (DAPA) program

  4. The International Religious Freedom Act (IRFA)

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program allows undocumented immigrants who came to the United States as children to apply for deferred action and work permits.

What is the name of the federal program that allows undocumented immigrants who have been victims of crime or human trafficking to apply for a U visa?

  1. The Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program

  2. The Temporary Protected Status (TPS) program

  3. The Deferred Action for Parents of Americans and Lawful Permanent Residents (DAPA) program

  4. The International Religious Freedom Act (IRFA)

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Correct Option:
Explanation:

The U visa program allows undocumented immigrants who have been victims of crime or human trafficking to apply for a U visa, which allows them to stay in the United States and work legally.

What is the name of the federal program that allows undocumented immigrants who have served in the military to apply for a green card?

  1. The Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program

  2. The Temporary Protected Status (TPS) program

  3. The Deferred Action for Parents of Americans and Lawful Permanent Residents (DAPA) program

  4. The Military Accessions Vital to the National Interest (MAVNI) program

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Military Accessions Vital to the National Interest (MAVNI) program allows undocumented immigrants who have served in the military to apply for a green card.

What is the name of the federal program that allows undocumented immigrants who are agricultural workers to apply for a temporary work visa?

  1. The Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program

  2. The Temporary Protected Status (TPS) program

  3. The Deferred Action for Parents of Americans and Lawful Permanent Residents (DAPA) program

  4. The H-2A visa program

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The H-2A visa program allows undocumented immigrants who are agricultural workers to apply for a temporary work visa.

What is the name of the federal program that allows undocumented immigrants who are victims of domestic violence to apply for a VAWA self-petition?

  1. The Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program

  2. The Temporary Protected Status (TPS) program

  3. The Deferred Action for Parents of Americans and Lawful Permanent Residents (DAPA) program

  4. The Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) self-petition program

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) self-petition program allows undocumented immigrants who are victims of domestic violence to apply for a VAWA self-petition, which allows them to apply for a green card without the help of their abuser.

What is the name of the federal program that allows undocumented immigrants who are crime victims to apply for a T visa?

  1. The Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program

  2. The Temporary Protected Status (TPS) program

  3. The Deferred Action for Parents of Americans and Lawful Permanent Residents (DAPA) program

  4. The T visa program

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The T visa program allows undocumented immigrants who are crime victims to apply for a T visa, which allows them to stay in the United States and work legally.

What is the name of the federal program that allows undocumented immigrants who are witnesses to a crime to apply for a S visa?

  1. The Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program

  2. The Temporary Protected Status (TPS) program

  3. The Deferred Action for Parents of Americans and Lawful Permanent Residents (DAPA) program

  4. The S visa program

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The S visa program allows undocumented immigrants who are witnesses to a crime to apply for a S visa, which allows them to stay in the United States and work legally.

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