Nation of Immigrants Gov Analysis

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4 questions
Note from the author:
Gov Lesson about the complicated history of immigration
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Annotate this 1875 political cartoon about immigration.

In doing so, identify:
- three symbols and their meanings
- two parts of the political cartoon that are "small yet mighty in their meaning
- one question you still have

4

Complete this analysis.

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Now, compare this image with what you have analyzed above.

- Underline three words/phrases you do not understand
- Circle two emotional words/phrases and explain how Emma Lazarus wants you to feel
- Write one sentence explaining the main message of the poem

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Using primary sources as evidence.
Using your lesson notes and the primary sources above, write a content rich paragraph explaining how the American identity as a "nation of immigrants" is contradictory and perhaps hypo-critical.
Format your paragraph with:
- an opening sentence with an argument that responds to the prompt.
- three examples from either the political cartoon or poem to support your opening sentence
- a closing sentence to remind the reader of your opening sentence argument.