The Journey Through Ellis Island and Angel Island

How did most immigrants travel to Ellis Island?

• They traveled by steamship.

• They traveled by airplane.

• They traveled by train.

Between what years did most immigrants travel to Ellis Island?

• Between 1892 and 1924.

• Between 1850 and 1875.

• Between 1930 and 1950.

What was the transatlantic journey like if an individual was in the steerage section?

• Large rooms with bunk beds and strangers packed together, sea sickness was common, they were the only passengers that actually had to be inspected at Ellis Island.

• Private cabins with luxurious amenities and personalized service.

• Spacious decks with plenty of recreational activities and gourmet dining options.

Where were the immigrants that arrived at Ellis Island from?

• They were mostly from Europe and seeking better opportunities.

• Canada

What did the 6 second inspection involve?

• Checking for contagious diseases and eye exam to check for trachoma.

• Measuring height and weight.

• Testing for literacy and language skills.

The inspectors quizzed the immigrants because:

• They wanted to test their knowledge.

• They wanted to see if the immigrants were telling the truth

Were immigrants prevented from entering if they had been in prison?

• Yes

• No

Most immigrants were able to pass inspection at Ellis Island because:

• the inspections were done by the steamships first

• they had all necessary documents

How many people came to the U.S. through Ellis Island?

• Approximately 12 million

• Approximately 5 million

• Approximately 20 million

What is the New York/East Coast immigrant processing center

• Ellis Island

• Angel Island