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What action did the British take to help protect the Canadian population from the dramatic increases in epidemic diseases that occurred with increased immigration in the 1800's?

  • A. They limited immigration.
  • B. They refused entry to immigrants from Norway.
  • C. They refused all new examinations for all immigrants.
  • D. They refused all immigrants to be quarantined for a six-month period.
Correct Answer: C

Rationale: To protect the Canadian population from epidemic diseases, the British imposed health examinations for immigrants and established a quarantine station and hospital. However, it was not automatic that all immigrants were quarantined.