Immigration & Urbanization

The majority of immigrants arriving in America came from

• Africa and Europe

• Europe and Asia

• Central and South America

• Asia and Africa

Which of the following was NOT a reason for increased immigration to America?

• Adventure

• Escape from oppressive governments

• Technological Advances

• Religious Freedom

Which island was the most famous entry point for immigrants and was located on the eastern coast of America?

• Ellis Island

• Tybee Island

• Angel Island

• Paris Island

Where is Ellis Island located?

• San Francisco

• Georgia

• South Carolina

• New York

Where is Angel Island located?

• New York

• San Francisco

• Georgia

• South Carolina

The majority of immigrants that arrived at Angel Island came from

• Europe

• Africa

• Asia

• Mexico

Ellis Island received more immigrants than Angel Island.

• True

• False

The majority of immigrants settled in

• rural areas.

• cities.

• the Midwest.

• the South.

Often, the biggest challenge for new immigrants was

• finding a home.

• passing the immigration station inspection.

• passing the literacy test.

• finding a job.

Which of the following are results of mechanization?

• Decreased production and increased farm labor

• Increased production and decreased farm labor

• Overcrowding and lack of housing

• Financial resources increase