Charles Steinmetz Comes to America

Colonists in the American Revolution fought for their (a)   so they would no longer be ruled by the English King.

Which country gave the Statue of Liberty as a gift to the United States?

(a)  

What did Charles Steinmetz look like? Choose ALL the descriptions that can be used for Charles Steinmetz.

• He was very tall, over 7 feet tall

• He did not grow straight, but instead, he seemed to bend to one side

• He was very short, only 4 feet tall

What two subjects was Charles Steinmetz an expert in?

• He was a mathematician.

• He was a doctor.

• He was an engineer.

• He was a chef.

What was the main push factor for Charles leaving Germany?

• People teased him about the way he looked.

• He had written an article blaming his government for the problems of Germany.

• He had written an article blaming the police for the problems of Germany.

In court, there are (a)   who keep records of events that happen during a trial.

Ms. Yasmin is grateful for the (a)   to be a teacher at Fugees because of the amazing students.

In the 1800s, what is the name of the island immigrants first landed before they went to New York City?

• Ellen Island

• Ellay Island

• Ellis Island

In the 1800s, what were reasons immigrants were turned away from entering into the United States? Choose ALL the reasons they were turned away.

• They were sick.

• They were dangerous.

• They did not have papers saying they could move.

What happened on Ellis island?

• Immigrants learned English.

• Government clerks decided if immigrants would be allowed to enter the United States.

• Immigrants worked until they could go to New York City.