- Read and annotate the "New Immigrants" handout
- Why do you think immigration increased so much in the late 1800's?
- How were the 'new immigrants" different from earlier immigrant groups?
- Independent Research: Define and Compare/Contrast the terms "Melting Pot" and "Salad Bowl." Which term do you think better fits the description of today's America?
1. Compare and contrast the "Boston Massacre" image we reviewed in class with the "John Adams" clip below. Which depiction of the events do you find more reliable?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bP8rwwaRuww&index=4&list=PLhtehZJItbXNZdaQW8LR9NsPs2_cZ41QN