Migration Factors Quiz

What are push factors in migration?

• Things that attract someone to an area

• Things that cause people to no longer want to be in a certain location

• Things that make people want to move to a different location

• Things that promote economic growth

Which category of pull factors is the most powerful in moving people?

What is a common reason why many people want to move to the United States?

• Economic opportunity

• Cultural diversity

• Political stability

• Environmental sustainability

Why do people move to areas that are politically stable?

• To experience a faster pace life

• To have more diversity in economic opportunities

• To fulfill their needs and help the economy grow

• To escape persecution and become refugees

What is a key aspect of cultural pull factors for many people with families?

• Safety and security

• Homogeneous community

• Diversity in economic opportunities

• Faster pace life

Why are people attracted to environments that promote a happy life and successful economy?

• To have more traffic issues

• To feel comfortable and secure

• To experience a slower pace life

• To face political instability

What are some barriers that impact migration?

• Money and expenses

• Physical restrictions like mountains

• Improved communication and transportation

• Government laws and restrictions

Why have barriers to migration become less physical over time?

• Due to increased governmental restrictions

• Due to improved communication and transportation

• Due to higher crime rates

• Due to harsher environmental conditions

What is a common reason for people moving to suburbs or smaller communities?

• To feel safe and secure for their families

• To have more diversity in economic opportunities

• To experience a faster pace life

• To escape political persecution

Why do people avoid areas that are too hot, too cold, too wet, or too high?

• Due to lack of economic opportunities

• Due to lack of cultural diversity

• Due to harsh environmental conditions

• Due to political instability