NYC Immigration History

Test your knowledge of these random facts regarding NYC's immigrant history.

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On May 5, 2017

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Who were New York City's original inhabitants?

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What is the Lenape name for Manhattan?

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In 1703, what percent New York City households had slaves?

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Fill in the blank for the U.S.'s first naturalization act: "…any alien, __________, may be admitted to become a citizen of the United States..."

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What caused an increase of Irish immigrants during the the 1840's and 50's?

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What was the U.S.'s first official immigration center?

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In the late 19th/ early 20th century, NYC's immigrants often lived in:

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Where is Ellis Island located?

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About how many immigrants were processed through Ellis Island?

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Which NYC immigrant neighborhood no longer exists?

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