Which of the following best explains why the US government placed restrictions on Asian immigration through Angel Island?

The restrictions at Angel Island were part of efforts to limit Asian immigration, especially Chinese immigration. Many Americans supported these policies because of nativist and racist beliefs, including prejudice against Asian immigrants and the idea that they did not belong in the United States. Therefore, “Many Americans held nativist or racist views” best explains the restrictions.

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