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19 th Century United States Immigration. Welcome to Ellis Island : This is the island where many European immigrants landed in the 19 th Century as they moved from Europe to the United States . Today you will take a journey with these immigrants. Click on “Task” to move on. Task. Process.

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  1. 19th Century United States Immigration Welcome to Ellis Island: This is the island where many European immigrants landed in the 19th Century as they moved from Europe to the United States. Today you will take a journey with these immigrants. Click on “Task” to move on. Task Process Evaluation Conclusion Click Here for

  2. Task After exploring factors that lead Irish immigrants to move from their home country of Ireland to the United States, you will write the story of Patrick or Maggie (you may use another name if you so choose). Your story should incorporate a history you write for one of these fictional characters. Apply the information you learn from your quest to create your story. Make sure you list at least two factors that drove Irish immigrants to leave Ireland and two factors that pulled them to the United States. You should also incorporate how you think the story of 19th Century immigrants relates to American today. Task Process Evaluation Conclusion

  3. Process You will learn about 19th Century Immigration (specifically Irish immigrants) through a 5 step process. When you finish the activity on each page you may click the arrow in the bottom right corner to move on. You may also click the Mr. Potatohead icon to take you back to the task page in case you need a reminder of your final task. The house in the bottom right corner will always take you back to the homepage. Enjoy your journey and I will see you again at your Evaluation! Task Process Evaluation Conclusion

  4. Evaluation Task Process Evaluation Conclusion Now that you have completed the 5 steps of your quest, you ready tobegin on your essay. Be sure to look at the grading rubric before you begin.

  5. Conclusion Congratulations on completing your webquest! Task Process I hope you have enjoyed learning about the lifestyle of Irish immigrants both before and after they came to the U.S. I hope you can also recall at least two factors that pushed them to leave Ireland and two factors that pulled them to the U.S. Though you have learned a great deal about Irish immigrants, there were many immigrants to the U.S. in the 19th Century that we did not have time to discuss. When you are finished with your essay, click on the Home button to take you back to the homepage where you can click on the sailing ship to learn more! Evaluation Conclusion

  6. What do the colors of the Irish flag mean? (click here) 1 While we will learn primarily about Irish Immigrants to the U.S., immigrants from other countries (especially Germany) came to the U.S. in the 19th Century. Europe is to the East of the United States and it is important for you to understand the geographic location of these countries. Click on the map of Ireland in order to play a game that will test your geographic knowledge of Europe. You and your partner should work together to complete the puzzle.

  7. 2 Click play to learn more about the Irish Potato Famine and its role in 19th Century U.S. Immigration.

  8. 3 Now that you have learned a little about the conditions in Ireland, lets explore some of the facts about this immigration period in the United States. Click on Boston Harbor to learn more!

  9. The Industrial Revolution The booming industrial revolution in America provided job opportunities for many 19th Century immigrants that may not have been available in the countries from which they came. Click on the front of the train to learn more about the work conditions that welcomed immigrants to the U.S. Make sure you take time to explore the website as it provides an opportunity for you to learn what it was like to work in a factory. 4

  10. 5 Do people still come to the U.S. to live today? You have learned primarily about 19th Century Irish immigrants to the U. S. but there are immigrants that come to the U. S. from other countries every day. These people come to the U.S. for many different reasons. Click on the picture to read an interview with Fang-Yi Sheu, a dancer that moved from the Taiwan to the U. S.. Take time and explore the website to hear the stories of other modern U.S. immigrants.

  11. Welcome to Mr. Close’s Teacher Information Page Learning Target: I can analyze two factors that pushed 19th Century immigrants out of their own country & two pull factors that pulled them toward the United States. Core Content (8th Grade U.S. History) SS-08-4.3.2 Students will describe patterns of human settlement in the United States prior to Reconstruction and explain how these patterns were influenced by human needs. Contact Information for questions about the assignment: gabriel.close@jefferson.kyschools.us Students who need a reduced assignment as stated in an IEP may complete the essay using only two push and two pull factors. They are not required to relate the lesson to U.S. today. Task Process Evaluation Conclusion

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