WorksheetsEllis Island Immigration Quiz
Total questions: 13
Worksheet time: 7mins
Ellis Island was the busiest immigration station in the United States from 1892 to 1954. What was the main reason people came through Ellis Island?
To go on vacation
To escape war, poverty, or discrimination
To visit family for a few days
To buy land quickly
Which of the following countries was NOT a major source of immigrants at Ellis Island?
Italy
Russia
Australia
Ireland
What was the first thing many immigrants saw when arriving in New York Harbor?
The Empire State Building
The Statue of Liberty
The White House
The Golden Gate Bridge
At Ellis Island, what was the first step in the process for immigrants before entering the country?
Officials asked about their jobs
Doctors checked them for illnesses
They were given money
They were sent home
From which continent did most immigrants come to America through Ellis Island?
Africa
Europe
Asia
South America
What happened if immigrants were sick when they arrived at Ellis Island?
They were sent home right away
They were allowed to enter without checks
They were held for more inspection
They were given money
How long did Ellis Island operate as the main immigration station?
About 20 years
About 62 years
About 5 years
About 100 years
Why did officials ask immigrants questions at Ellis Island?
To learn new languages
To understand their background and plans
To sell them tickets
To give them jobs
What happened to some families at Ellis Island during the inspection process?
They bought new houses
They were always kept together
They were sometimes separated
They left immediately for California
Which group made up most of the immigrants at Ellis Island?
People from Europe
People from South America
People from Africa
People from Asia
What was one challenge immigrants faced during their time at Ellis Island?
Building their own homes immediately
Finding gold on the island
Passing medical and legal inspections
Learning to drive cars
Which document did many immigrants need to show upon arrival at Ellis Island?
Passport or travel papers
Driver's license
Library card
School diploma
What was the purpose of the Registry Room at Ellis Island?
To serve meals to immigrants
To process and interview new arrivals
To provide entertainment
To sell tickets for trains
