Immigration

President George W. Bush urged immigrants to the United States to master English in order to "better understand our national character and participate fully in American life."
"We also know that America has thrived as a nation because we've always welcomed newcomers, who in turn embrace our values and our way of life," the president said during a speech at a "Cinco de Mayo" celebration honoring Mexican and Mexican-American culture.
But, he said, "those who come here to start new lives in our country have a responsibility to understand what America is about, and the responsibility to learn the English language so they can better understand our national character and participate fully in American life."
im·mi·gra·tion [ immi graysh'n ] (plural imm·i·gra·tions)- arrival of settlers in new country: the act of entering a new country to settle permanently.
passport control: the control point at an airport, seaport, or border crossing where people entering a country must stop top have their passport officially checked. It's my mother tongue - It is my native language.
My hands are tied - There is nothing I can do because of regulations.
You must toe the line - Everyone must follow all the rules.
You'll step on her toes - You'll be moving in on her territory.
Don't cut corners - Follow all of the rules.
We've got lots of red tape -All the government regulations are difficult.
What is the reason you moved out of your country?
Is immigration from one country to another a problem?
Do you know any immigrants?
Should immigrants have the same rights as native citizens?
Should immigrants have the right to vote? In which elections?
Do immigrants have a good or bad reputation in your part of the country?
Would you ever think of emigrating?
What would be some of the issues that would concern you about emigrating?
Are there a lot of immigrants in your community?
Should immigrants be required to learn the local language?
How long should immigrants be required to live in the new country before they can become naturalized?
How does an immigrant become a citizen in your country?
How does immigration affect the economic situation in your community?
Do you know anyone that is married to an immigrant?
Should immigrants be required to learn the local language?
How would you help an immigrant learn the local language?
Do immigrants have a good or bad reputation in your part of the country?
Why do people immigrate to other countries?
Do you know any people who have emigrated from your country?
How is your community incorporating immigrants into the life of the community?