The term paper is to examine the immigration to the USA as a com-parative essay. Differences and similarities between the immigration process on the East Coast and West Coast are pointed out. Therefore, New York City arises as an example for the Eastern Bay and San Francisco for the Western Bay Area.
The paper deals with American immigration to the East and West Coast of the U.S., studies the causes for immigration flows in New York City and San Francisco and is to point out how culture is influenced by people with a different ethnical background.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- I. Introduction
- II. Immigration to the U.S.
- II.1 New York City - an example for the American East Coast
- II.1.1. History of Immigration
- II.1.2. Cultural Influence
- II.1.3. Ethnic Neighborhoods
- II.2. San Francisco – an example for the American West Coast
- II.2.1. History of Immigration
- II.2.2. Cultural Influence
- II.2.3. Ethnic Neighborhoods
- III. Comparison of New York and San Francisco concerning History, culture and influence of immigration
- IV. Conclusion
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This term paper examines immigration to the USA as a comparative essay. It aims to highlight the differences and similarities between the immigration process on the East Coast and West Coast, using New York City as an example for the East Coast and San Francisco for the West Coast. The paper focuses on the historical development of immigration in both cities, the cultural influence of immigrants, and the formation of ethnic neighborhoods.
- The history of immigration to the East Coast and West Coast of the United States.
- The influence of immigrants on the culture of New York City and San Francisco.
- The formation of ethnic neighborhoods in both cities.
- The role of cities as destinations for immigrants seeking better lives.
- The challenges and opportunities faced by immigrants in the United States.
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
Chapter I provides an introduction to the topic of immigration to the USA, highlighting the reasons for choosing New York City and San Francisco as case studies. It also briefly discusses the significance of America as a land of opportunity and the recent global migration trends.
Chapter II.1.1 focuses on the history of immigration to New York City, from the arrival of the first Europeans to the establishment of Ellis Island as the official immigration office. The chapter explores the various waves of immigration, including those from Germany, Ireland, Italy, and Eastern and Southern Europe.
Chapter II.1.2 examines the cultural influence of immigrants on New York City. The chapter discusses the impact of different nationalities on the city's food scene, art and entertainment, and the rise of ethnic communities and festivals.
Chapter II.2.1 provides a similar overview of the history of immigration to San Francisco, highlighting the city's role as a gateway for immigrants from Asia, Europe, and Latin America. The chapter explores the challenges and opportunities faced by immigrants in the city and the impact of their arrival on the city's growth and development.
Chapter II.2.2 discusses the cultural influence of immigrants on San Francisco. The chapter explores how different cultures have enriched the city's food scene, art and music, and the impact of ethnic communities on the city's social and cultural landscape.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
The primary keywords and focus topics of this work include: immigration, East Coast, West Coast, New York City, San Francisco, cultural influence, ethnic neighborhoods, history, diversity, opportunity, challenges, and integration.
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- Anonymous,, 2016, Immigration to the U.S.: Comparison of the East and West Coast, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/1141821
