Ellis Island Was Constructed Outside the Port of New York

question 58

Multiple Choice

Ellis Island was constructed outside the port of New York City in response to

• A) garbage and sanitation problems.
• B) overflowing jails.
• C) the massive influx of immigrants.
• D) the harbor's lack of defense.
• E) the growing need for housing and apartments.

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