Before World War II, immigration policy in the United States was based on a national origins system. Only a certain number of people from each country were allowed to enter the United States legally. This system was intended to favor immigrants from northern Europe. This policy stayed in place until 1965, when new immigration laws using a preference system were passed. The new system was intended to bring immigrant families back together. It was also intended to attract more skilled immigrants to the United States. What was one result of the new immigration laws that used the preference system?
A.
More German and Italian immigrants were able to come to the United States.
B.
Fewer immigrants were allowed into the United States to work as laborers.
C.
Fewer immigrants were allowed into the United States to attend local colleges.
D.
More Hispanic and Asian immigrants were able to come to the United States.