Primary Sources- Time Machine (1892): The first immigrants arrive at Ellis Island
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Read the passage Time Machine (1892): The first immigrants arrive at Ellis Island. Then answer the questions below.
Read the passage Time Machine (1892): The first immigrants arrive at Ellis Island. Then answer the questions below.
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What is one limitation of the article’s perspective on Ellis Island?
What is one limitation of the article’s perspective on Ellis Island?
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What were the Immigration Bureau’s main responsibilities at Ellis Island? Select two correct answers.
What were the Immigration Bureau’s main responsibilities at Ellis Island? Select two correct answers.
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Drag each detail into the correct box to show its purpose at the new immigration center.
Drag each detail into the correct box to show its purpose at the new immigration center.
- expanding the baggage department to prevent delays
- presenting the first processed passenger with a gift
- decorating one of the transfer boats with flags
- ensuring the wharves could support two boats at once
- To create a welcoming atmosphere
- To make the facility run efficiently