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Which of the following summarizes the key point of the Alien and Sedition Acts passed by John Adams in 1798?

A-These acts automatically imprisoned any alien allowed into the U.S. who tried to revolt against the President.
B-The purpose of these acts was to prevent aliens or U.S. citizens from criticizing the President or Congress.
C-The object of these acts was to extend the residency time for foreigners to become citizens from two years to 10 years.
D-These acts prevented people from other nations from immigrating to the United States. Illegal immigrants were sent back to their own country.

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I'm not sure but I think its d
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D-These acts prevented people from other nations from immigrating to the United States. Illegal immigrants were sent back to their own country.
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