What was the primary role of Ellis Island for immigrants arriving in America?

Ellis Island and Irish Immigration

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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A tourist attraction
A testing center for immigrants
A military base
A shopping center
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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Which two islands did immigrants first see upon arriving in New York Harbor?
Roosevelt Island and Randall's Island
Manhattan Island and Staten Island
Ellis Island and Liberty Island
Long Island and Governors Island
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What was the purpose of the poem inscribed at the base of the Statue of Liberty?
To welcome immigrants to America
To honor American soldiers
To celebrate American independence
To commemorate the founding fathers
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why did the federal government take over immigration control in 1890?
To reduce the number of immigrants
To build more immigration stations
To ensure immigrants were free of disease and could support themselves
To increase tourism
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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How was Ellis Island expanded to accommodate more immigrants?
By constructing bridges
By building skyscrapers
By using landfill to enlarge the island
By relocating to a larger island
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Who was Annie Moore and why is she significant?
The designer of the Statue of Liberty
The first immigrant to land at Ellis Island
A renowned American politician
A famous American poet
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What challenges did Annie Moore face after arriving in America?
She became a wealthy businesswoman
She became a famous actress
She faced a hard life with her family in New York
She returned to Ireland
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