Coming to America Vocabulary Quiz

What is the term for people who come to a new land to make it their home?

• Refugees

• Immigrants

• Exiles

• Boarders

What does the word "necessities" mean?

• Luxuries

• Optional items

• Essential or necessary things

• Unimportant things

What is the meaning of "consolation"?

• A type of punishment

• Providing comfort to someone who has suffered

• A form of celebration

• A type of competition

What does "persecution" refer to?

• Fair treatment

• Ill-treatment because of race or beliefs

• A type of reward

• A form of entertainment

What is a "pogrom"?

• A peaceful protest

• A type of festival

• An organized massacre of ethnic groups

• A form of government

What does "tenement" mean?

• A single-family home

• A house occupied by three or more families

• A type of vehicle

• A large mansion

What is a "sweatshop"?

• A luxury store

• An establishment with fair wages

• An establishment employing laborers at low wages and unhealthy conditions

• A type of gym

What does the word "Detainee" mean?

• A person held in custody

• A person who is free

• A person who is a leader

• A person who is a teacher

What is the meaning of "Simpleton"?

• A wise person

• A foolish or gullible person

• A strong person

• A brave person

What does "Ambition" refer to?

• A lack of interest

• A desire to achieve success

• A feeling of fear

• A sense of humor