In the early 1900s, hundreds of European immigrants arrived at Ellis Island in New York harbor each day to be processed for permission to enter the United States. A so-called melting pot of cultures came together starting in that place by standing in line, with a desire to seize the opportunities of a new country. They have been followed by millions of other immigrants coming to America.
Resources: Racial and Ethnic Relations and Racial and Ethnic Groups
Research two immigrant groups that have become assimilated to one degree or another into American society.
Write a 1,050- to 1,750-word paper, addressing the following:
- Explain why each group chose to migrate to the United States.
- Identify the geographical areas where each group settled.
- Describe the influence other racial or ethnic groups had on each group once they migrated.
- Describe the influence each group had on other racial or ethnic groups it came in contact with.
- Explain how the power-conflict theory applies to these ethnic groups.
- Explain how the concept of multiculturalism might be applied to these two groups.
- Provide examples of how these groups' customs, beliefs, and values have-or have not-become incorporated into American society.
Cite at least two sources in addition to your texts.