Irish Immigration and Cultural Identity

Irish Immigration and Cultural Identity

Assessment

Interactive Video

Social Studies

5th - 6th Grade

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

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The video tutorial covers the story of Irish immigrants, focusing on the Murphy family, who moved to America due to the potato blight in Ireland. It explains the push and pull factors of immigration, the challenges faced by the family, and their cultural integration in New York. The lesson highlights the importance of skills like reading and writing in securing better job opportunities and concludes with a reflection on the sacrifices and benefits of immigration.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the term 'afford' mean in the context of the lesson?

To have enough money or time for something

To travel from one country to another

To plant crops

To build a house

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main reason for the Irish immigration to America in 1845?

A new job opportunity

The potato blight

A family reunion

A political revolution

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did Shaun and Fiona's family manage to survive in New York?

By selling handmade goods

By farming potatoes

By working in a factory

By opening a restaurant

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What role did food play in maintaining cultural identity for Irish immigrants?

It was a form of protest

It was a new American tradition

It helped them remember their homeland

It was a way to earn money

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was one of the benefits of moving to America mentioned in the lesson?

No taxes

Less work

Free housing

More food availability

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the significance of learning to read and write for Shaun and Fiona?

It allowed them to travel

It provided better job opportunities

It helped them cook better

It was a requirement for citizenship

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a major challenge faced by the Murphy family in America?

Facing discrimination

Learning a new language

Dealing with harsh winters

Finding a place to live

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