New Waves of Immigration Answers

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Now that you've read the poem, which statement best describes the writer's feelings?

A
He had expected to be detained at Angel Island and was pleasantly surprised when he wasn't.
B
He was not surprised to be detained, but he was unhappy about it.
C
He was surprised and disappointed by the way he was being treated.
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Check your answer. Which of these factors did you include?

A
surprise at his detainment
B
frustration that America does not seem to be upholding its promises
C
frustration at being detained without knowing why
D
anger at feeling discriminated against
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Which challenges did Chan Teung Yee face?

A
detention for months at Angel Island
B
deportation back to China
C
poor living conditions
D
long work hours
E
a decade of separation from his family
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Now, write a short paragraph (with at least four sentences) that summarizes the challenges faced by Asian immigrants in the early 1900s.

Answer:

Asian immigrants in the early 1900s faced significant hardships, starting with intense interrogation and long detentions at Angel Island. They were often subjected to discriminatory laws, such as the Chinese Exclusion Act, which strictly limited their entry and rights in the country. Once in the United States, many struggled with low wages and difficult working conditions while being excluded from many jobs. Additionally, many immigrants suffered from the emotional pain of being separated from their families for long periods due to strict immigration policies.

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Which experiences did you include in your answer?

A
discrimination
B
separation from family
C
difficulty making a living
D
detention at Angel Island

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