Ellis Island: A Gateway to Dreams and New Beginnings

The video explores the history of Ellis Island, a key immigration station in the U.S. from 1892 to 1954. It covers the island's origins, its role in processing immigrants, and its expansion to accommodate increasing numbers. The video also includes a review section with quiz questions to reinforce learning.

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

• To join family members already in the US

• To experience American culture

• To escape war in their home countries

• To seek better economic opportunities

Who originally owned the land that became Ellis Island?

• The United States government

• A Native American tribe

• Farmer Samuel Ellis

• The British Crown

Which President designated Ellis Island as the first federal immigration station?

• President Grover Cleveland

• President Benjamin Harrison

• President William Taft

• President Herbert Hoover

What was the first immigrant's name who passed through Ellis Island?

• Annie Moore

• Maria Rossi

• Olga Ivanova

• John Smith

What event led to the rebuilding of the main building on Ellis Island?

• A hurricane

• A fire

• A flood

• An earthquake

What additional facilities were added to Ellis Island as it expanded?

• A shopping mall

• A sports complex

• A hospital and laundry facility

• A university

What was the purpose of screening immigrants at Ellis Island?

• To verify their citizenship

• To ensure they had enough money

• To check for diseases and ability to work

• To teach them English