Ellis Island Immigration History

When did the first Ellis Island immigration station open?

• January 1, 1892

• January 1, 1900

• December 31, 1891

• February 14, 1892

Approximately how many people passed through Ellis Island in its first year of operation?

• 100,000

• 250,000

• 450,000

• 1,000,000

By the time Ellis Island closed, approximately how many immigrants had been processed there?

• 2 million

• 5 million

• 8 million

• 12 million

How long did a typical voyage by private steamship from Eastern and Southern Europe to the United States take?

• 3-5 days

• 1-2 weeks

• 3-4 weeks

• 1-2 months

What were the typical conditions for passengers traveling in steerage?

• Luxurious and spacious

• Private and comfortable

• Overcrowded and unsanitary

• Equipped with modern amenities

What was the first step for immigrants upon arrival at Ellis Island for processing?

• Legal inspection

• Baggage claim

• Medical examination

• Money exchange

Why did doctors observe immigrants climbing the winding staircase to the Registry Room?

• To count the number of arrivals

• To check for signs of health problems

• To assess their physical strength for labor

• To determine their country of origin

What was a notable characteristic of the Registry Room, also known as the Great Hall, at Ellis Island?

• It was a small, intimate space.

• It had low ceilings and poor lighting.

• It was nearly 20,000 square feet with 56-foot tall vaulted ceilings.

• It was primarily used for dining.

During the legal inspection, what could lead to an immigrant being detained?

• Having too much money

• Not speaking English

• Answers not matching the ship's manifest

• Refusing to answer questions

What was the ultimate outcome for the small percentage of immigrants who were detained at Ellis Island?

• They were immediately granted citizenship.

• They were always sent back to their home country.

• They were either admitted to the U.S. or sent back to their country of origin.

• They were sent to a different processing center.