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New Immigration

Question 7 • RS AZ-US History A

A similarity between Ellis Island and Angel Island is that both

Answer
A
served immigrants of mostly European descent.
B
served immigrants of mostly Asian descent.
C
detained immigrants for weeks or months.
D
required that immigrants pass health inspections.

Explanation

Both Ellis Island and Angel Island screened arriving immigrants for health problems. Immigrants who appeared ill could be examined further or detained, so passing a health inspection was required for entry. Ellis Island mainly processed immigrants from Europe, while Angel Island mainly processed immigrants from Asia, so A and B are not similarities.

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