Ellis Island
What were some struggles and things that were expected from immigrants that came to the U.S.?
Immigrants were expected to fend for themselves, there wasn't much help offered to them once they were in the U.S
Why were Chinese more "Hireable"
They were willing to do the dirty work that white's didn't want to so they were hired for less money
What was one of the pull factors that brought Bosnian's to Iowa?
They were war refugees and hoped for a peaceful life style in Iowa
What are some benefits to becoming a U.S. citizen?
Right to vote, run for office, and you CANNOT be deported
What were two of the new and improved transportation systems that made immigration to Ellis island easier?
Steamships and Steerage
What happened in the Chinese exclusion act of 1882?
Chinese were prevented from becoming citizens therefore many were trapped on Angel island
They already understood the language
What does a green card do?
It is acted as a pass to live in the United States permanently
What were some of the types of questions that were asked to incoming immigrants to Ellis Island?
Name, Age, Race, Gender, Martial status, Occupation, Destination... etc.
What was Angel island "designed" to do?
To keep Chinese immigrants isolated from their white friends and family
What was the year when Norwegians started to come to Iowa? (Hint, some time in the 1800's)
1830's
What SHOULD you do a citizen?
vote, respect others, contribute to the common good
Where did most immigrants choose to stay?
Most immigrants are coming to the U.S. chose to stay in big cities
What kind of impact did Japanese and Chinese have when migrating?
Many Japanese formed their own ethnic neighborhoods while most of them became farm laborers due to shortages in that field.
Name five of the different immigration groups that generally migrated to Iowa
British, Dutch, Danes, German, Italian, Czech and Slovak, Jewish, Se Asian, Bosnian, Middle Eastern, Latinos, African
What MUST you do as a U.S. citizen?
Pay taxes, register for the military draft, serve in court, attend school
What did these 4 letters (L,H,X,E) stand for when immigrants were marked through Ellis Island
L- Lameness
H- Possible heart condition
X- Mental problem
E- Eye condition
What war caused many Canadians to come to the U.S.?
The Civil war caused French Canadians to come to the U.S. seeking opportunity
What was the main reason why people chose to migrate to Iowa?
For farming and Mining
What do Alien's, Refugee's, and Immigrants all have in common?
They are all people coming to a new country for different reasons