Immigration in America

Why did many immigrants come to America in the late 1800s and early 1900s?

• To escape wars

• To go on vacation

What is the Great Atlantic Migration?

• A movement of people from Europe to America

• A famous train ride

Which continent did the largest wave of immigrants come from during the Great Atlantic Migration?

• Europe

• South America

How did immigrants usually travel to America during the Great Atlantic Migration?

• By airplane

• By ship

Where did many immigrants arrive when they came to America?

• Ellis Island

• Mount Rushmore

What is immigration?

• Moving to a new country to live

• A holiday celebration

What did many immigrants hope to find in America?

• Magic powers

• A better life

What is one thing immigrants brought with them to America?

• Laptops

• Their culture and traditions

How did immigrants contribute to American society?

• By inventing flying cars

• By sharing their food and customs

How did many immigrants feel about leaving their home country?

• Excitement and fear

• Happiness because of the weather