Read the excerpt from Genesis 47. What is the central idea of this passage? Joseph’s family leaves Canaan to escape severe famine. Joseph becomes a trusted servant of the pharaoh. Joseph wants to reunite with his father. Joseph helps the Hebrews settle and thrive in Egypt.

Which plan proposed to maintain open trade between china and western nations? open door policy national sovereignty missionary diplomacy salutary neglect

What clause(s) expanded the power of the executive branch, especially relating to foreign policy?

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.