US/Mexico Migration

A PULL factor is something that...

• attracts people to leave where they are

• encourages someone to move to a certain place

A PUSH factor is something that...

• encourages people to leave where they are

• encourages someone to move to a certain place

In 2015 approximately how many Mexican immigrants live in the US

• 6.5 million

• 9.8 million

• 11.7 million

• 23.5 million

Which state in America do the most Mexicans live?

• Texas

• Alaska

• California

• Illinois

How long is the US/Mexico border?

• 1,950km

• 3,100km

• 4,900km

• 6,250km

What is an Economic Migrant?

• A wealthy person wanting more wealth

• A poor person looking for a better life

Which of these are PUSH factors

• Low paid jobs

• Poor medical facilities

• Poor standard of living

• All of the above

Which of these is NOT a PUSH factor

• High poverty rates

• Food shortages

• Family members already in USA

• Low paid jobs

Which of these are PULL factors?

• Well paid jobs

• Poor medical facilities

• Low life expectancy

• Higher life expectancy

Are ALL the impacts of Mexican migration negative?

• Yes

• No