The Jewish Perspective
What are the three major religious movements in Judaism?
Orthodox, Conservative, and Reform
Where did the first immigrants primarily come from? What bonded them?
England, Ireland, and Scotland. They bonded over their desire for "natural liberty."
What percent of school-age children are from immigrant families?
25%
What is a benign stereotype that exists about Jewish Americans?
They are all believed to be wealthy and in control of US finances, business, and industry.
What are 4 of the six reasons listed in the book for why the first wave of European immigrants came to the US?
1. Population explosion in Europe
2. Displacement of artisans due to the new factory system
3. Shift to large-scale farming
4. Political and religious discontent
5. American becoming known as a land of opportunity
6. Removal of emigration restrictions and cheap transportation
Why does the author look at his father differently in the middle of the article?
He started drinking away the little amount of money they had and later almost strangled his mother to death.
The American Creed confirms what basic principals?
Liberty, equality, and justice for all
What is the difference between Sephardic and German Jews?
Sephardic Jews came to the US primarily to escape the Spanish Inquisition. Most stayed together in close knit groups and recouped much of their lost wealth.
German Jews immigrated after the Sephardic Jews in larger numbers. They spread out more and were more active in American society.
How did a group of immigrants escape the abuse they received after their initial arrival? Provide an example
They would experience the harsh prejudice and discrimination until the next group became the focus. The Irish and Italians are an example of the "old" and "new" immigrants.
What is significance did Hyde Park play in the article for the author?
What is the main purpose of DACA?
To help young immigrant children that came to the united states from deportation
What do incidents of anti-Semitic acts at schools show?
"It shows that there is a great need for anti-bias education among young people," (Bennett 137)
What group's contributions went without getting any credit? What were 5 of those contributions?
Native Americans provided models for many of the things that made American unique from Europe. For example: the federal government, separation of civilians and the military, the concept of impeachment, the caucus, and a political voice for women.
What was the biggest struggle Terry had?
trying to choose between being 'white' or being 'black' considering he thought of himself as "best of both worlds"
Teachers can do what to help immigrant students today?
Be an advocate and help misconceptions and stereotypes
What are three differences between past and contemporary Jewish immigrants?
1. Jewish immigrants move into established Jewish neighborhoods, often middle-class
2. Chance of meeting prejudice and discrimination has reduced
3. Different language, culture, and national heritage
What is the difference between assimilation and ethnic pluralism? What is an example of a group that did both?
Assimilation means that a group gives up their former cultural identity to take on that of their new home country. Ethnic pluralism is one or more ethnic identity exists in the same place.
Italians are an example of having done both.
Which law mentioned in the PowerPoint added the English-language requirement for citizenship?
The Immigration and Nationality Act of 1952