by Lorri Timbs teacher: Ms. Braniff Eng. 102 25 January 1999
THESIS STATEMENT: In a classic story of the experiences shared by over 350,000
Polish immigrants of the 1900's era, Jacob Dyrek left Poland and came to
America.
I. Reasons the Poles left Poland
A. Threat of war B. Ineffectual Rule of Czar Nicholas C. Religious persecution D. Poverty
II. Preparing for the journey
A. Exit papers B. Packing C. Getting to a port D. Booking passage E. Health inspections
III. The journey
A. The conditions on ship B. Waiting in port
IV. Arrival on Ellis Island
A. Legal B. Emotional C. Examinations
V. Arrival in Chicago
A. Living quarters in Pullman B. Employment C. Making adjustments
VI. Conclusion
A. How Jacob's story compared to other
immigrants
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