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Immigration to the United States

Explore the reasons why people immigrate, the journey they take, and the challenges and contributions of immigrants to the United States.

Grade 4 Social studies HistoryU.S. HistoryImmigration
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Immigration to the United States

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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. Some questions may require you to recall information about immigration to the United States.

1. People who leave their home country to live in another country are called  .

2. Many immigrants came to the United States through a famous entry point called   Island.

3. A common reason people immigrate is to find better   opportunities.

4. Immigrants often bring new foods, languages, and   to their new home.

5. Which of the following is NOT a common reason for immigration?

a

War or conflict

b

Better education

c

To visit a friend for a weekend

d

Religious freedom

6. What is the name of the statue that greeted many immigrants arriving in New York Harbor?

a

Statue of Liberty

b

Mount Rushmore

c

Washington Monument

d

Golden Gate Bridge

7. All immigrants had an easy journey to their new country.

T

True

F

False

8. Immigrants have made many important contributions to American society.

T

True

F

False

9. Describe one challenge that immigrants might face when moving to a new country.

10. Name one way immigrants have enriched the culture of the United States.

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