Why People Migrate

What are some examples of pull factors in migration?

• Political instability

• Better job opportunities, higher quality of life, political stability, better education, improved healthcare

• Lower quality of life

• Lack of job opportunities

How does economic opportunity influence migration?

• Migration is solely driven by political factors, not economic opportunities.

• People migrate to areas with poor economic conditions due to economic opportunity.

• Economic opportunity influences migration by attracting individuals to areas with more favorable economic conditions.

• Economic opportunity has no impact on migration patterns.

Discuss the role of war and conflict in driving migration.

• War and conflict drive migration by promoting economic growth in affected regions.

• Migration due to war and conflict is solely driven by personal choice.

• War and conflict drive migration by displacing individuals and communities, pushing them to seek refuge in other regions or countries.

• War and conflict have no impact on migration patterns.

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How does climate change affect migration?

• Climate change can lead to extreme weather events, sea-level rise, and changes in temperature and precipitation patterns, which can in turn affect livelihoods, food security, and access to resources. These impacts can force people to migrate in search of better living conditions, leading to climate-induced migration.

• Climate change only affects the environment, not human migration

• Migration is not influenced by climate change

• Climate change has no impact on migration

An immigrant is someone who...

• Destroys the countries they move to.

• Migrates to a new country to live in.

• Travels from country to country.

• Tries to change their new home countries.

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Which of the following is NOT a cause of immigration?

• Access to better jobs and schools.

• Natural disasters.

• Political problems in their home country.

• Because other countries need more people to build their population.

Which of the following is an effect of immigration?

• Immigrants bring their culture with them, making our country more diverse.

• Immigrants bring money with them to help their new government.

• Immigrants only bring poverty and crime to their new countries.

• Immigrants contribute to the overpopulation of the world.

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What is a common reason for people to migrate?

• To experience new cultures

• To escape political instability

• To enjoy better weather

• To find new hobbies

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Which of the following best describes a 'push factor' in migration?

• A factor that attracts people to a new location

• A factor that forces people to leave their home

• A factor that encourages people to stay

• A factor that has no impact on migration

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How does the concept of 'brain drain' relate to migration?

• It refers to the loss of skilled workers from one country to another

• It describes the mental stress of migrating

• It is the process of learning a new language

• It is the cultural exchange between countries

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