APUSH Chapter 17: To what extent was the Chinese Exclusion Act a turning point in American foreign policy? Explain the rationales behind this action.
A) It marked a significant turning point due to its impact on diplomatic relations with China and other nations in Asia.
B) It had limited impact on American foreign policy as it primarily targeted Chinese immigrants.
C) It was not a turning point but rather a continuation of existing immigration policies.
D) It significantly reshaped American foreign policy in the Pacific region but had little impact elsewhere.
