Understanding Immigration through Ellis Island
History
Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
5 questions
~10 mins
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This worksheet explores the role of Ellis Island in American immigration, focusing on key vocabulary and concepts. Students will analyze sources and develop an understanding of the immigrant experience.
Topics covered:
#History
#History
#Immigration
#Standard
#Vocabulary & Concepts
#Ellis Island
#Define key terms related to immigration and Ellis Island
#Explain the significance of Ellis Island in American history
#Compare different immigrant experiences at Ellis Island
#Analyze primary sources to understand immigrant challenges
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Understanding Immigration through Ellis Island
Subject: HistoryGrade: Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
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Grade Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
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Vocabulary and Concepts
Source A: Excerpt from a New Immigrant's Diary
'Arriving at Ellis Island was both exciting and terrifying. We had to go through long questioning and medical exams before being allowed into America.' Provenance: Diary entry written by Maria Lopez, 1905, upon arriving in the United States.
1.
Define the term 'Ellis Island' and explain its importance in American immigration history. (3 marks)
[3 marks]2.
Compare the experiences of immigrants arriving at Ellis Island based on the source and your own knowledge. (4 marks)
[4 marks]3.
Outline the key steps an immigrant had to go through at Ellis Island. (4 marks)
[4 marks]4.
Explain how Ellis Island contributed to the growth of American cities and industries. (5 marks)
[5 marks]5.
Analyse the challenges faced by immigrants during their processing at Ellis Island. Use the source and your own knowledge. (6 marks)
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