Waiting Trials

This passage focuses on the waiting experiences of immigrants at Ellis Island. Some were detained for weeks due to medical, legal, or financial concerns, and families worried about being separated or denied entry. Immigrants lived in crowded dormitories while officials reviewed their cases. Personal stories of joy and heartbreak show both successful entries and painful separations. Despite hardships, most immigrants were eventually approved to begin their new lives.

Passages like this develop vocabulary with words like “detained,” “dormitories,” and “concerns.” They improve comprehension as students must follow emotional stories while also understanding factual details. Critical thinking is strengthened by analyzing fairness and empathy in historical decision-making. Students enhance grammar skills by reading a mix of narrative and informative sentence structures. These kinds of readings also help students connect emotionally to history, making learning more meaningful.