Ellis Island & The Statue of Liberty

THE STATUE OF LIBERTY (OVERVIEW + HISTORY)

The Statue of Liberty is a symbol of freedom, inspiration, and ________.

• bravery

• strength

• hope

• unity

THE STATUE OF LIBERTY (OVERVIEW + HISTORY)

In 1865 the idea of presenting a monumental gift from the people of ________ to the United States was proposed.

• England

• Spain

• France

• Portugal

THE STATUE OF LIBERTY (OVERVIEW + HISTORY)

How did the sculptor of the Statue of Liberty symbolize the end of slavery in the United States?

• Bartholdi placed crown of freedom on the Statue's head.

• Bartholdi placed a broken shackle and chains at the Statue’s foot.

• Bartholdi placed a tablet that represents the Declaration of Independence in the Statue's hand.

THE STATUE OF LIBERTY (OVERVIEW + HISTORY)

When was the construction of the Statue of Liberty complete?

• 1880

• 1883

• 1884

• 1887

THE STATUE OF LIBERTY (OVERVIEW + HISTORY)

When was the Statue of Liberty first seen by spectators in New York City?

• October 28, 1886

• November 3, 1889

• March 12, 1890

• July 1, 1895

ELLIS ISLAND (SAILING TO THE LAND OF LIBERTY)

How was the journey and arrival different for "third-class passengers" as compared to "first and second-class passengers?"

• First and second-class passengers had to pay a much larger fee to enter the United States, but third-class passengers were allowed a free entry into the country.

• First and second-class passengers were allowed to enter for free, but third-class passengers had pay a large fee to enter the country.

• First and second-class passengers were not required to undergo the inspection process, but third-class passengers traveled in crowded and often unsanitary conditions.

ARRIVAL & INSPECTION

What is the best description of how the majority of immigrants were treated once they arrived on Ellis Island?

• They were treated badly, with over 50 % being denied entry into the United States

• They were treated courteously and respectfully, with only 2 % being denied entry into the United States.