BrainPOP Ellis Island

Where is Ellis Island located?

• Near San Francisco

• On the coast of Florida

• In the Gulf of Mexico

• Between New York City and Jersey City

What was the main reason immigrants came to the United States through Ellis Island?

• For education

• To start new lives

• To visit relatives

• For vacation

What year did the government build an immigration station on Ellis Island?

• 1776

• 1892

• 1901

• 1945

What did officials use to communicate with immigrants who spoke different languages?

• Gestures

• Written notes

• Translators

• Sign language

Why were some immigrants not allowed to enter the United States?

• None of the above

• If they were sick

• If they didn't have a job waiting

• Both of the above

What was Ellis Island known as to most immigrants?

• The Island of Dreams

• The Island of Freedom

• The Island of Tears

• The Island of Hope

When did Ellis Island's immigration station close?

• In 1972

• In 1965

• In 1954

• In 1924

How many Americans can trace their ancestors back to Ellis Island?

• Over 150 million

• Over 200 million

• Over 100 million

• Over 50 million