De 4.5 Immigration and Europe-Modified

What is the definition of "immigration"?

• The process of leaving one's country to live in another

• The movement of people into a country to live there

• The study of population statistics

• The act of forming a colony

Which term refers to the process by which a minority group gradually adopts the customs and attitudes of the prevailing culture?

• Assimilation

• Colonialism

• Nativism

• Migration

What does "life expectancy" measure?

• The number of people living in a country

• The average number of years a person is expected to live

• The number of immigrants in a population

• The rate of migration

Which of the following is an example of a "push factor" in migration?

• Availability of jobs in another country

• War or conflict in the home country

• Family reunification in a new country

• Attractive climate in a destination country

How does "nativism" typically affect immigration policies?

• It encourages open borders and more immigration

• It promotes the interests of native-born citizens and restricts immigration

• It supports the assimilation of immigrants

• It focuses on demographic changes

Which of the following best describes the European Union (EU)?

• A single country in Europe

• An organization of European countries that work together on economic and political issues

• A type of migration

• A demographic trend

A city neighborhood where a specific ethnic group is concentrated, often due to social or economic pressures, is best described as a (a)   .

• Colony
• Ghetto
• Demographic
• Pull factor

Explain how "colonialism" has influenced migration patterns in Europe. Use reasoning and evidence in your answer.

• Colonialism had no impact on migration patterns.

• Colonialism led to the movement of people from colonies to European countries, often for work or education.

• Colonialism only affected trade, not migration.

• Colonialism caused Europeans to migrate only within Europe.

Analyze how "nationalism" might impact attitudes toward immigrants in a European country.

• Nationalism encourages acceptance of all immigrants.

• Nationalism can lead to resistance against immigrants to protect national identity.

• Nationalism has no effect on immigration attitudes.

• Nationalism only affects economic policies.

Given the following scenario, identify the "pull factor": A family moves from a country with high unemployment to a country with better job opportunities.

• High unemployment in the home country

• Better job opportunities in the new country

• War in the home country

• Family separation