Vocab
Someone who COMES to another country in hopes of staying, with the hope of becoming a citizen.
Immigrant
Who was the first group to come to Vermont in 1666
The French
Two Examples of forced immigration
Fear of persecution, natural disasters, war/conflict, political and economic instability, basic needs not being met
Spanish
Someone who has escaped their home country due to war, natural disasters, and/or persecution and cannot return home. They have been recognized and received legal status and protection.
Refugee
What is the name of the island where millions of people immigrated through in the early 1900s
Bonus: Where were they mainly coming from
Ellis Island, New York
Bonus: Europe
Two examples of opportunities that would lead someone to immigrate
Economic (higher wages, better employment, etc.), Social (Family, education, healthcare, etc.), and a higher standard of living
Immigrants make up what percent of the U.S. workforce (As of the 2020s)
17%
Someone moving from one place to another, typically in search of work and/or better living conditions with the intent of returning to their home.
Migrant
In 1888, what fraction of Vermont's population was either first or second generation French-Canadian?
1/3
Two examples of preferences that attract people to immigrate
Cultural connection, lifestyle and/or climate preferences, language, and community affinity
The second-largest group of immigrants in America are from this region
Asia
Someone who has left their home seeking protection from persecution but is not yet legally recognized as a refugee. They have applied for asylum but have yet to receive it.
Asylum Seeker
In American history, most immigrants came from Europe. Where do many come from today?
Latin America
Timmy is from Jamaica and moved to Vermont to work at Duttons for the summer; however, he plans to move back to his home after the season is over. What is he?
A) Asylum Seeker B) Migrant C) Immigrant D) Refugee
B)
The third-largest group of immigrants in America are from this region
Middle East and Africa
Someone who LEAVES a country in hopes of staying and with the intent of becoming a citizen.
Immigrant
This country has made up the largest group of immigrants in Vermont.
Canada
What U.S. industries rely most on immigrant labor?
Agriculture, construction, hospitality
A forced removal of a non-citizen from a country
Deportation