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  1. Why did he leave his homeland? Was it something that he wanted to do or did he leave out of necessity?

  2. What was his destination in the United States? Why did he want to go there? Did relatives already live in that area?

  3. Did he have to leave anyone special behind? A best friend, his family, or pets? Did he try to keep in touch with them?

  4. Did he come with his family or friends, or by himself? Was he excited to come to a new country?

  5. When he arrived in the United States did he change his name? If yes, why? To what did he change it?

  6. How did he get to the United States? What were some of his experiences during the trip? How long did it take?

  7. During what year did he arrive in the U.S.? How old was he? Was adjusting to his new environment difficult? What was particularly strange or new to him?

  8. Did he know English? If no, did he learn the language quickly? Why or why not?

  9. How did it feel to be in a country with so many different nationalities? Did he feel that he fit in? Why or why not?

  10. Did he have family here? If yes, did they help him get accustomed to his new environment?

  11. Did his lifestyle change dramatically? Did he change his clothing, appearance, living standards, or job? Why or why not?

  12. Once he arrived in the United States did he feel he was treated differently from someone who was born in the United States? Why or why not?

  13. Did he apply for citizenship? If yes, was this an easy process? Why or why not?

  14. Did he ever go back or want to go back to his country of origin? Why or why not?

  15. What did he miss about his homeland? What didn't he miss?

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