Immigration and American History Quiz

Which of the following were key achievements of Theodore Roosevelt in the late 1800’s and early 1900’s? Select ALL that apply.

• He started the Panama Canal project.

• He was a war hero during the Spanish American War.

• He had the Statue of Liberty created to greet all the immigrants.

• He was the President during the Spanish American War.

Why was the Chisholm Trail important to America?

• It was a great way to travel America before there were any roads.

• The Chisholm Trail was another name for the railroad and that’s how people got around.

• Cattle were herded on the Chisholm Trail up to the railroad, so they could be sold for a good profit back east.

• Cows were taken down to Mexico on the Chisholm Trail and improved America’s relationship with Mexico.

Where did people come when they immigrated to America?

• People went to Ellis Island in New York and Angel Island in California.

• People went to the Alamo in San Antonio, Texas.

• People went to the Atlantic Station in Atlanta, GA.

• People went to Myrtle Beach in South Carolina and Cruz Beach in Washington state.

All are reasons people migrated to America during the turn of the century, EXCEPT:

• People who migrated wanted to escape war.

• People who migrated wanted freedom of religion.

• People who migrated wanted better jobs.

• People who migrated wanted to be mistreated.

What was one of the main reasons people wanted to immigrate to America?

• To find better jobs and opportunities.

• To visit famous beaches.

• To become war heroes.

• To build railroads.

How did the invention of the electric light bulb change the American economy?

• Automobile factories appeared in every American city.

• Travelers were able to move from coast to coast in a matter of hours.

• Improved the ability to operate businesses, work, read, and play after dark.

• All of the above

Life in America changed because of many inventions during the turn of the century. Who is the inventor described as helping farmers in the South by teaching the importance of crop rotation and creating many products from peanuts and sweet potatoes?

• Thomas Edison

• Alexander Graham Bell

• George Washington Carver

• Wright Brothers

What impact did the Wright Brothers have on America?

• Flew the first motorized airplane and airplanes were later used for defense and travel.

• People were able to use the telephone to talk with family.

• Improved the ability to see after dark.

• Cars improved how people traveled from place to place.

Which of the following is NOT a product that George Washington Carver created from peanuts and sweet potatoes?

• Paints

• Rubber

• Light bulbs

• Soaps

Who invented the electric light bulb?

• George Washington Carver

• Thomas Edison

• Wright Brothers

• Alexander Graham Bell