Ellis Island

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What is Ellis Island?

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Ellis Island is a small island in New York Harbor that was the main entry point for immigrants coming to the United States from 1892 to 1954.

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How long did the immigration process usually take at Ellis Island?

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The immigration process usually took about 2 to 5 hours.

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Why did people come to America?

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People came to America for job opportunities.

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What did immigrants have to do when they arrived at Ellis Island?

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Immigrants had to answer questions.

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Why did doctors examine immigrants at Ellis Island?

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Doctors examined immigrants to make sure they didn't spread an illness.

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How many immigrants passed through Ellis Island?

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About 12 million immigrants passed through Ellis Island.

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What is an immigrant?

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An immigrant is a person who comes to live in a different country from where they were born.

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What is the purpose of immigration?

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The purpose of immigration is to seek better opportunities, such as jobs, education, or safety.

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What kind of questions did immigrants answer at Ellis Island?

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Immigrants answered questions about their name, where they came from, and their plans in America.

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What is a medical examination?

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A medical examination is a check-up by a doctor to see if a person is healthy.