Immigration Test Review

Front

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

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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? Job opportunities, Poverty and hunger, War and violence, Lack of freedom

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Job opportunities

Front

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

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War and violence

Front

Why did many immigrants face discrimination and prejudice in the U.S.? Options: They spoke languages other than English, They practiced different religions., They did not look the same as everyone else., All of the answers are correct

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

Which types of positive contributions did immigrants give to our country? Options: New foods and traditions, More crime and violence, Deadly diseases, All of the answers are correct

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New foods and traditions

Front

Which of the following is NOT a reason that immigrants chose to live in communities with others from their home country? Options: They faced more discrimination, They spoke the same language, They had similar traditions, It made the adjustment to life in a new country easier

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They faced more discrimination