Question

9. List at least five facts that you have learned about immigration during the early 20th Century. You may obtain these facts from this lesson or the Internet. You may also choose to watch a video about Ellis Island or Angel Island from the Internet. If you use the Internet, include the URL (web address) for each source that you consult.

Answer 1

Answer:

Immigration during the early 20 th century :

Like most immigrants that came before them, early 20th century immigrants came to better their lives.

In Europe, many left their homelands in search of economic prosperity and religious freedom.

Living conditions in Europe were degraded, as poverty and an exploding European population led to food shortages.

Answer 2

Answer:

Between 1820 and 1920, approximately 34 million immigrants came to this country, and New York City was by far the most popular destination

Living conditions in Europe were degraded, as poverty and an exploding European population led to food shortages.

The outbreak of the Russo-Japanese War in 1904 (the same year Eviction was created) forced many Jews to leave Europe to avoid conscription into the army.

https://americanexperience.si.edu/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/Immigration-in-the-Early-20th-Century_.pdf