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What were the causes and effects of post-WWII economic boom in Europe?
Cause: Post-WWII rebuilding efforts. Effect: Labor shortages, attracting migrants and changing the social landscape.
What were the causes and effects of decolonization?
Cause: Dissolution of European colonial empires. Effect: Migration from former colonies to Europe, altering demographics.
What were the causes and effects of the economic downturn of the 1970s?
Cause: Economic hardship. Effect: Scapegoating of immigrants, rise of anti-immigrant parties, and increased social tensions.
What were the causes and effects of family reunification policies?
Cause: Policies allowing migrants to bring family members. Effect: Increased immigration numbers due to chain migration.
What were the causes and effects of post-war recovery disparities?
Cause: Uneven economic recovery after WWII. Effect: Migration from less prosperous nations to those with better opportunities.
What were the causes and effects of migration on cultural diversity?
Cause: Influx of migrants from diverse backgrounds. Effect: Enriched European society but also sparked debates and social tensions.
What were the causes and effects of the shift to market-oriented economies in the 1970s?
Cause: Move towards free market principles. Effect: Exacerbated inequality, reduced government support, and fueled social tensions.
What were the causes and effects of the rise of xenophobia?
Cause: Economic hardship and perceived threat to national identity. Effect: Rise of anti-immigrant parties and discriminatory policies.
What were the causes and effects of migration from Eastern Europe?
Cause: Authoritarian communist regimes and lack of freedom. Effect: Individuals sought refuge in the West, contributing to demographic changes.
What were the causes and effects of increased secularization in Europe?
Cause: Migration and changing social values. Effect: Decline in the influence of traditional religious institutions.
What is the French National Front (FN)?
A French political party founded in 1972 that embraced conservative and fascist ideologies, advocating for strict immigration policies.
What is the Austrian Freedom Party (FPÖ)?
An Austrian political party founded in 1956 that promoted Euroscepticism, anti-immigration, and law and order.
What was the significance of post-WWII economic recovery in Europe?
It created labor shortages, attracting migrants from various regions and altering the continent's social and cultural landscape.
What was the impact of the economic downturn of the 1970s on immigration?
It triggered a surge in xenophobia and the rise of anti-immigrant political parties.
What was the result of decolonization on migration patterns?
People migrated from former colonies to the 'mother country', changing demographics of European nations.
What was the impact of the fall of the Iron Curtain on migration?
Individuals fled authoritarian communist regimes in Eastern Europe seeking refuge in the West.
What was the effect of the rise of nationalist parties in Europe?
These parties shaped the political landscape, advocating for strict immigration policies and influencing public discourse on immigration.
What was the effect of increased secularization in Europe?
European society became increasingly secular as traditional religious influence waned, partly influenced by migration.
What was the impact of post-war recovery disparities on migration?
Uneven recovery from WWII led people to seek better opportunities in more prosperous nations.
What was the impact of the move towards market-oriented economies in the 1970s?
It exacerbated inequality and reduced government support, further fueling social tensions.
What was the result of family reunification on migration numbers?
Initial migrants brought over family members, further increasing immigration numbers.
What was the impact of migration on Europe's cultural and religious diversity?
Migrants brought diverse religions and cultures, enriching European society but also sparking debates.