Immigration- Old v New

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Wind-powered ships

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Old

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Steam-powered ships

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New

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Immigrants spent 2-3 months on a ship traveling to the New World

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Old

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Immigrants came from Poland, Russia, Greece, and Italy. Is this group classified as Old or New immigrants?

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New

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Immigrants came from England, France, Germany, and Ireland. Is this considered Old or New immigration?

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Old

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Immigrants came before 1880

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Old

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These immigrants had a harder time assimilating since their cultures were so different from the American culture. Which group does this refer to?

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New

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Immigrants arrived after 1880.

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New

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The trip to America took 7-10 days

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New

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The trip across the ocean was more dangerous and difficult to survive for this group

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Old