Immigration in U.S. History
This worksheet explores key aspects of immigration to the United States, including reasons for migration, challenges faced by immigrants, and significant historical sites.
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Immigration in U.S. History
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1. Which of the following was a primary 'pull' factor for immigrants coming to the United States in the late 19th and early 20th centuries?
Religious persecution in their home countries
The promise of economic opportunity and jobs
Forced removal by their governments
Natural disasters in the United States
2. What was the main purpose of Ellis Island?
A place for wealthy tourists to visit
A military base for protecting New York Harbor
An immigration processing center
A detention center for criminals
3. Immigrants often faced discrimination and had to overcome many challenges, such as language barriers and finding steady .
4. The Statue of Liberty, located in New York Harbor, was a symbol of and hope for many immigrants arriving in the United States.
5. Describe one 'push' factor that caused people to leave their home countries and immigrate to the United States.
6. Most immigrants arriving at Ellis Island were immediately denied entry into the United States.
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False
7. Look at the images below. One represents a major entry point for immigrants, and the other a symbol of welcome. Identify each.
Use the words below to complete the sentences.
8. The process by which immigrants adopt the customs and attitudes of the dominant culture is called .
9. A is a person who has been forced to leave their country in order to escape war, persecution, or natural disaster.