VUS.8c New Immigrants: Contributions, Challenges

From 1871 to 1921, a significant number of immigrants came from Southern and Eastern Europe, including _______ and _______.

• Italy and Russia

• Spain and Portugal

• France and Germany

• Norway and Sweden

In addition to Europeans, immigrants from Asia, specifically _______ and _______, came to America during the period from 1871 to 1921.

• China and Japan

• India and Korea

• Vietnam and Thailand

• Philippines and Indonesia

Immigrants often left their homelands in search of _______ and _______.

• freedom; better lives

• adventure; new experiences

• wealth; fame

• power; influence

Chinese workers were especially known for their contributions to the building of the _______.

• Transcontinental Railroad

• Great Wall of China

• Panama Canal

• Eiffel Tower

In addition to the railroads, many immigrants worked in _______ and _______ industries.

• textile mills; steel mills

• automobile factories; shipyards

• coal mines; oil refineries

• electronics; software development

Immigrants from _______, _______, and _______ were often employed in the coal mines of the East.

• Italy; Poland; Russia

• Germany; France; Spain

• China; Japan; Korea

• Mexico; Brazil; Argentina

During the period of increased immigration, most European immigrants entered the United States through _______ in New York Harbor.

• Ellis Island

• Liberty Island

• Staten Island

• Governor's Island

The first view many immigrants had of America was often the _______, symbolizing hope and freedom.

• Statue of Liberty

• Golden Gate Bridge

• Mount Rushmore

• Empire State Building

Immigrants often settled in _______ neighborhoods in urban areas, where they could preserve their culture.

• ethnic

• modern

• industrial

• suburban

The process by which immigrants became part of American society was known as the _______.

• Melting Pot

• Assimilation

• Integration

• Cultural Fusion