Wong Kim Ark's Citizenship Case

The video discusses the impact of the Chinese Exclusion Act of 1882, focusing on Wong Kim Ark, a man born in San Francisco to Chinese parents. After a visit to China, Wong was denied re-entry to the U.S. due to the Exclusion Act. He challenged this decision, claiming birthright citizenship under the 14th Amendment. The case reached the Supreme Court, which ultimately ruled in Wong's favor, affirming that anyone born in the U.S. is a citizen, regardless of parental nationality.

What year was the Chinese Exclusion Act passed?

• 1873

• 1882

• 1895

• 1890

Where was Wong Kim Ark born?

• Los Angeles

• New York

• San Francisco

• Beijing

What did Wong Kim Ark's parents do after his birth?

• Returned to China

• Started a new business in Los Angeles

• Continued their business in San Francisco

• Moved to New York

In what year did Wong Kim Ark first visit China?

• 1894

• 1882

• 1895

• 1890

What was Wong Kim Ark's occupation in San Francisco?

• Teacher

• Businessman

• Lawyer

• Laborer

Why was Wong Kim Ark denied re-entry to the U.S. in 1895?

• He had committed a crime

• He was not a U.S. citizen

• He was carrying contraband

• He had no valid passport

Where was Wong Kim Ark detained after being denied re-entry?

• In a prison

• In a detention center

• On ships in San Francisco Bay

• In a hotel

What legal action did Wong Kim Ark take after being denied re-entry?

• Filed a lawsuit

• Appealed to the local government

• Applied for a writ of habeas corpus

• Requested a presidential pardon

What was the U.S. government's argument against Wong Kim Ark's citizenship?

• He was born in China

• He had committed a crime

• His parents were subjects of the Emperor of China

• He had renounced his citizenship

Which court ultimately decided Wong Kim Ark's case?

• U.S. Supreme Court

• Court of Appeals

• District Court

• State Supreme Court