What were THREE reasons that the English government desired to colonize North America? to convert American Indians to Catholicism

to challenge the French fur trade in North America

to challenge Spanish control of land in the Americas

to gain control of natural resources in the New World

to enable poor English families to move to the colonies

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.