CLEAN : New York's island of the dead to welcome more of the living

Hart Island, established in 1868 as a Potters field for New York City, serves as a burial site for many New Yorkers. Unlike the well-known Ellis Island, Hart Island is less discussed due to its association with death. It reflects the city's diversity, with people from various national, ethnic, and racial backgrounds buried there. This diversity makes Hart Island a significant and sacred part of New York City's history.

When did Hart Island become a potter's field for New York City?

• 1868

• 1900

• 1800

• 1850

What is a potter's field?

• A historical landmark

• A burial site for the unclaimed

• A place for pottery

• A public park

How does Hart Island compare to Ellis Island?

• Both are located in New Jersey

• Both are burial sites

• Both are popular tourist destinations

• Both have seen large numbers of people pass through

Which of the following countries is NOT mentioned as having people buried on Hart Island?

• Brazil

• China

• Bhutan

• Nepal

Why is Hart Island considered significant?

• It is a historical battlefield

• It is the largest island in New York

• It represents the diversity of New York City

• It is a popular tourist attraction