Directions: Rewrite each verb in its correct tense. Use clues in each sentence for help in choosing the tense.

Example: Between 1892 and 1924, about 12 million immigrants entered (enter) the U.S. through Ellis Island in New York.

1. By the 1950s, Ellis Island had ceased (cease) to be an important immigration checkpoint.

2. The government closed (close) Ellis Island to immigration in 1954.

3. Now Ellis Island functions (function) as a national monument.

4. Since the island was reopened as a museum in 1990, many tourists have visited (visit) it.

5. Soon, a genealogical center will open (open).

6. The island looks (look) different than it did originally because 24 acres of landfill have been added.