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Before entering New York City, immigrants arriving at Ellis Island had to undergo a series of inspections and processes. They were required to provide documentation, answer questions about their background, and pass medical examinations to ensure they were not carrying contagious diseases. If they passed these checks, they could then be admitted into the United States; otherwise, they might be detained or deported. This process was essential for regulating Immigration during the peak years of the early 20th century.

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Before Ellis Island opened where did they examined the immigrants who landed in New York?

Immigrants could not enter the United States in New York prior to Ellis Island opened. There were ports of entry in other cities including Philadelphia, Boston, and New Orleans.


Was it possible for immigrants to see the Statue of Liberty?

If the immigrant arrived at Ellis Island, they certainly could. The Statue is about 1/2 mile from Ellis Island. And not all immigrants came to Ellis Island- My wife came to Dulles Airport in Northern VA. :}


Where did immigrants go after Ellis Island closed?

The immigrants that passed through Ellis island moved to a variety of places, generally based on their ethnicity. In general, the Irish immigrants went to Boston or New York, German immigrants moved to the Midwest, and English immigrants stayed on the east coast. However, there are always exceptions.


Why did immigrants come to America through Ellis Island?

Ellis island was problaly established as the gateway so that the immigrants on the ship could be check before entering us territory.


Why did Europe immigrants leave Europe to go to Ellis island?

Well, it wasn't as if they wanted to Ellis Island. They wanted to the US, because they thought they could find better lives for themselves there. And to get to the US, all immigration traffic passed through Ellis Island.


Immigrants were given a literacy test during processing at Ellis Island to find out if they could read or write?

True


What problems occurred when immigrants came to Ellis island?

They could be deported or get sick. If they didn't have a job, they could be deported too. You could be deported for anything.7


Why is Ellis Island a park?

Ellis Island is not a park, but a national historical site. Millions of immigrants came through it's doors from Europe so they could make a new life in the US. It is worth a visit.


How long does the boat stay at liberty island before going to Ellis Island in New York?

HOW long as you want because when u need to go to Ellis island you could take any boat that takes you to Ellis island.


Is it true that Ellis island was created to make sure immigrants could handle themselves in the US?

yes they had to answer a thirty question legal test


Why were immigrants names changed on Ellis island?

Because certain people were not allowed in based on their background. Also, they wanted to be more American when they came.


What could be found on an island nearby?

Near the Statue of Liberty is Ellis Island. In 1990 Ellis Island was opened to the public as the Ellis Island Immigration Museum.