Which of the following was a direct demographic consequence of the Immigration Act of 1965?
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Correct answer: A dramatic rise in immigration from Asia and Latin America
By removing the bias toward Northern and Western Europeans, the law opened the door for millions of immigrants from non-European nations. By the late 20th century, these groups became the fastest-growing segments of the American population.
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