Reviews the history of immigration to the United States up to the restrictive law passed in 1924. A dramatized scene in a European steamship office is used to show the economic, political and religious motives for immigration. Contains scenes of Ellis Island and New York City in the early 20th century.

Concepts

ellis island, immigration, united states immigration

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Additional Tags

history of immigration, immigration law, immigration restriction, restricted immigration, have fun with history, immigrants to america, immigrants to the united states

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Classroom Considerations

• Knovation Readability Score: 4 (1 low difficulty, 5 high difficulty)