The practice of breaking unjust laws in protest or otherwise violating the public order for a political purpose is best described as

Why were chinese american immigrants frequently detained when trying to immigrate through angel island? the rules for immigration were stricter at this checkpoint due to health issues that were prevalent among asian populations at this time. the location of the island was difficult to reach, and ships to the mainland were often prevented from sailing more than once a week. immigration agents were notorious for asking immigrants confusing questions as a means of denying them entry. low wages caused a shortage of immigration officials, so many immigrants had to wait weeks or months before their applications were processed.

Who were the copperheads? a. a native american tribe that rose up during the war b. northern democrats opposed to the war c. ships that ran the union blockade d. an elite force of union soldiers in the west

Which of the following improved u.s. relations with china? a. the open door policy b. the boxer rebellion c. the burlingame treaty d. the chinese exclusion ac