Point of View 1

Read the passage. What has immigration been crucial to in America?

Read the passage. How many legal immigrants live and work in the United States?

Read the passage. Immigration has sometimes been a source of what in America?

• Conflict

• Unity

• Diversity

• Economic Growth

Read the passage. What has recent debate over immigration caused in the nation?

• It has united the nation, leading to peaceful discussions.

• It has polarized the nation, sparking rallies and marches.

• It has had no significant impact on the nation.

• It has encouraged more immigration policies.

What is the estimated number of unauthorized immigrants in the United States?

• 12 million

• 5 million

• 20 million

• 30 million

What are some things that have happened because of the debate over immigration?

• Congressional hearings, presidential initiatives, and proposed legislation to reform the immigration system.

• Increased funding for space exploration programs.

• The abolition of all state taxes.

• The creation of a national lottery system.

Immigration is considered important for America’s growth because:

• it brings new ideas and skills to the country.

• it reduces the population.

• it limits economic opportunities.

• it discourages cultural diversity.

Read the passage. What does the passage say about the U.S. immigration system?

What are some contributions that immigrant workers make to the country?

• They contribute to the country’s growth and workforce.

• They decrease the country’s population.

• They reduce the number of available jobs for everyone.

• They prevent cultural exchange.

If you were a leader, what would you do to help make the immigration system better?

• I would create fair and efficient policies to improve the immigration system.

• I would ignore the issues in the immigration system.

• I would make the immigration process more difficult for everyone.

• I would eliminate all immigration laws.