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What are push and pull factors?
Forces that drive migration; push factors cause people to leave, pull factors attract them.
What is the relationship between globalization and migration?
Increased interconnectedness of the world has led to more migration.
How does migration relate to cultural diffusion?
Migration leads to the spread of ideas, languages, and cultures.
Explain push factors.
Negative aspects of a place that cause people to leave (e.g., war, poverty).
Explain pull factors.
Positive aspects of a place that attract people (e.g., job opportunities, better living conditions).
What are the causes of the Syrian refugee crisis?
War and conflict, violence, persecution, and destruction of homes.
What are the effects of rural-to-urban migration in China?
Increased urbanization, economic growth in cities, and potential strain on urban resources.
What are the causes of the Rohingya refugee crisis?
Persecution based on race, religion, and ethnicity.
What are the causes of displacement due to Hurricane Katrina?
Environmental disaster and natural disaster.
What are the causes of migration from Eastern to Western Europe?
Poverty and economic hardship; lack of opportunities and low living standards.
What are the causes of forced relocation of indigenous communities?
Government policies and evictions.
What are the causes of the Ebola outbreak in West Africa?
Lack of medical care or threat of infectious diseases.
What is the biggest reason for voluntary migration?
Seeking better job opportunities (Economic Reasons).
Compare forced and voluntary migration.
Forced migration is compelled; voluntary migration is by choice for improvement.
Compare refugees and IDPs.
Both are displaced, but refugees cross international borders, while IDPs stay within their country.