Name 3 things a community center can provide immigrants.
a place to practice their traditions; spend time with other immigrants; watch movies or listen to music from their homelands; celebrate ethnic holidays; etc.
Name a country that was not in any of the immigration waves.
Canada, Australia, Brazil, etc. (Any green country from the map on pages 206-207)
Immigrants from Ireland and Germany mostly came to the US during Wave ___.
Wave 1
What would you miss the most about your culture if you immigrated to a new country?
Possible answers: family, friends, food, traditions, language, etc.
Name the two example cities and how each preserves immigrant culture.
1: Miami: Cuban tours, 2: St. Paul: Hmong bookstore
What caused immigration to grow again after the 2nd wave? (1-2 reasons)
World War II ended; the government made it easier for people to come to the US
Heritage means...
history and traditions
When did World War II end?
1945
How else do you think immigrants connect with their home countries today? Explain your thoughts.
Possible answer: People use social media like Facebook to chat with family, friends, and others in groups.
How could you welcome an immigrant to your class at school?
Possible answers: be their friend, talk to them, help them with their homework, share notes, etc.
Name two challenges immigrants might face in the US.
not speaking English; working low-paying jobs; facing prejudice; etc.
Most immigrants from the 3rd wave came from which countries? (Name 3-4)
Mexico, China, India, Sudan, etc. (Yellow countries on pages 206-207)
Which wave of immigration was from the late 1800s to the 1920s?
The 2nd wave
What does the Statue of Liberty mean to immigrants?
It is a symbol of hope and freedom
Explain a difference between immigrants and refugees.
being able to choose where or when they will move; being able to visit their home country; etc.
Name 2 reasons why refugees might be persecuted.
race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, political beliefs, etc.
Who is the author of Immigrants Today?
Ann M. Rossi
Why did immigration slow down after World War I? (2 reasons)
the US government set limits on the number of immigrants who could enter; the US economy began to slow down
Where can the word of the "New Colossus" be found?
On the Statue of Liberty
Immigrants came to the US in ___ great waves.
3
What are the Hmong people known for?
Their beautiful textile art
Name 3 reasons immigrants come to the US.
religious freedom, a chance to better their lives, to escape from cruel governments, jobs, education
50/50! Heads or tails?
Heads!
Immigration in the US has (increased/decreased) since 1931.
Increased
How can immigrants preserve their culture? Give an example or explain your thoughts.
Museums, tours, stores, and community centers can preserve cultures. Immigrants can teach traditions to their children.
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