Immigration and Cultural Diversity Flashcards

Grade 2 · Social Studies · Flashcards

Study vocabulary about immigration, culture, and diversity for 2nd grade Social Studies.

Flashcards

Immigrant: A person who moves from one country to another to live there permanently
Immigration: The act of moving to a new country to live there
Culture: The shared beliefs, customs, food, language, and traditions of a group
Diversity: Having many different kinds of people and backgrounds in one place
Tradition: A custom or belief passed down from generation to generation
Ellis Island: Immigration station in New York Harbor that processed 12+ million immigrants
Nation of immigrants: Phrase describing the USA because people from around the world have settled there
Customs: Habits and practices typical of a particular group or culture
Ancestor: A family member from a long time ago, like a great-great-grandparent
Citizenship: Official membership in a country, with rights and responsibilities
Bilingual: Able to speak two languages
Heritage: The cultural traditions and history passed down from family and ancestors
Statue of Liberty: Symbol of freedom that welcomed immigrants arriving in New York Harbor