Immigration 2

What was the first place many immigrants went to before they began their lives in America?

• The Statue of Liberty

• Ellis Island

• The United States

• New York City

What is the main reason why many immigrants wanted to move to the United States?

• to learn a new language and meet new people

• to separate from their families

• to have more job opportunities and a better life

• to go on an exciting vacation and travel

Why was Ellis Island known as the Island of Hope.

It was where many immigrants ___________________________

• learned about their family history.

• faced discrimination and were mistreated.

• got their first jobs in America.

• began new lives in America.

Immigrants were only allowed to bring as many things as they could carry. Which is most likely the reason why?

• People got money for each item they carried.

• Immigrants were given money to buy new things.

• The boats were crowded and there was little space.

• Larger items were often stolen.

The Statue of Liberty is a symbol of _________________.

• happiness

• freedom

• peace

What was one of the major problems that the government had to worry about as new arrivals came?

• bringing in diseases to the U.S.

• bringing too much luggage

• bringing too many children

Ellis Island remained open as an immigration station until ___________________.

• 1939

• 1954

• 1962

What can you learn about at the Immigration Museum if you were visit?

• can learn more about the history of immigration in the U.S.

• can learn more about the history of wars

• can learn more about the gold rush

What is the main reason why many immigrants wanted to move to the United States?

• to learn a new language and meet new people

• to separate from their families

• to have more job opportunities and a better life

• to go on an exciting vacation and travel

Some immigrants came to America to escape war.

• True

• False