Immigration Test Review

Front

Most immigrants from Europe entered the United States through what immigration station?

Back

Ellis Island in New York City

Front

What were steerage conditions like on the immigrant ships?

Back

Unsanitary, Foul-smelling, Cramped

Front

Before 1890, which immigrants mostly came to the United States? (Hint: Transcontinental Railroad)

Back

Chinese and Irish

Front

What was a PULL factor for many immigrants that left their home countries?

Back

Job opportunities

Front

What was a PUSH factor for many immigrants that left their home countries?

Back

War and violence

Front

Why did many immigrants face discrimination and prejudice in the U.S.?

Back

All of the answers are correct

Front

Immigrants contributed to the diversity of America, making it known as a ________.

Back

Melting Pot

Front

Most immigrants from Asia entered the United States through what immigration station?

Back

Angel Island in San Francisco

Front

Types of positive contributions immigrants gave to our country?

Back

New foods and traditions

Front

Reason immigrants chose communities with others from their home country: They spoke the same language, They had similar traditions, It made the adjustment to life in a new country easier.

Back

They faced more discrimination.