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What was the main reason several thousand Haitians migrated to the United States?
US immigration officials allowed Haitians aboard boats to stay in the United States.
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In what year did the Vietnam War end?
1975
Why were several thousand people evacuated from Saigon after the Vietnam War?
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What is an intervening obstacle?
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How do intervening obstacles play a role in physical geography?
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How do intervening obstacles play a role in transportation?
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What did the Quota Act (1921) and the National Origins Act (1924) do?
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How did US quotas favor immigration from certain regions?
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How did the Immigration Act of 1965 change existing quota laws?
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How were immigration laws further changed in 1978 and 1990?
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Where do most unauthorized immigrants to the US come from?
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How many million unauthorized immigrants are in the American workforce?
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How did the 1986 Immigration Reform and Control Act attempt to change the status of some illegal immigrants?
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In the past, which gender migrated more?
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What were some causes of European immigration to the United States?
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What are Ravenstein's laws of migration?
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Where did historic US migration go?
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When did black migration to northern cities occur?
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Where did many Cubans migrate during the 1950s and 60s?
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What recent migration trend has occurred from the Rust Belt?
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As of 1960, what percent of immigrants to the US were Europeans?
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What happened to Palestinian guest workers after the 1991 Gulf War?
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When did millions of Asians migrate as laborers?
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What did the US government regard emigrants from Cuba as?
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What is the principal obstacle traditionally faced by migrants to other countries?
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When did the era of unrestricted immigration to the US end?
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From what region do most skilled workers come?
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How long is the US-Mexico border?
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Study Notes
Intervening Obstacles
- Intervening obstacles are environmental or political features that hinder migration.
- Physical geography obstacles like mountains and deserts have diminished due to advancements in transportation.
- Transportation costs can still impede migration opportunities for many individuals.
- Political and legal barriers have increased, with stricter immigration laws making it challenging for migrants.
Historical Quota Laws in the U.S.
- Quota Act (1921) and National Origins Act (1924) established immigration limits from specific areas.
- Initial quotas favored northern and western Europeans, with significant Latin American immigration due to earlier eastern hemisphere restrictions.
- Immigration Act of 1965 transitioned to hemispheric quotas.
- Quotas were adjusted: in 1978 a global quota of 290,000 was set, and in 1990 raised to 700,000, with a cap of 20,000 from any single country.
Immigration Preferences and Trends
- U.S. immigration law prioritizes family reunification, skilled workers, and individuals from countries with low immigration rates for diversity.
- Brain drain refers to the emigration of highly skilled professionals from their home countries.
- Chain migration involves immigrants following family or prior emigrants to new locations, often leading to concentrated communities.
- Unauthorized immigrants, especially prevalent from Mexico, make up a significant portion of the immigrant population.
Unauthorized Immigration Statistics
- Approximately 11.2 million unauthorized immigrants reside in the U.S., including 1 million children.
- Historical trends show that a large percentage of unauthorized immigrants have resided in the U.S. for over 15 years.
- Unauthorized immigrants often work in construction and hospitality sectors, with California and Texas having the highest numbers.
Immigration Laws and Changes
- The 1986 Immigration Reform and Control Act aimed to legalize certain undocumented immigrants.
- Gender trends have shifted over time, with more females migrating than in the past.
- Current perspectives on migration highlight the necessity of immigration but vary significantly between the U.S. and Europe, with the latter showing more restrictions.
Causes and Effects of Migration
- European immigration to the U.S. was driven by factors such as poverty, war, and religious persecution, leading to significant cultural and linguistic impacts in the U.S.
- Ravenstein’s laws of migration summarize key trends such as predominantly male immigrants and urban-to-urban movement.
Guest Workers and Internal Migration
- Guest workers fill labor needs in various countries, often sending remittances home.
- The situation of guest workers varies geographically, with many in precarious social conditions.
- Internal migration in the U.S. occurs primarily in search of better farmland or economic opportunities.
Historical Context of Migration
- The era of unrestricted immigration to the U.S. ended with the introduction of quota systems in 1921 and refined by subsequent laws.
- The U.S. recognized certain groups as refugees, notably Cubans due to political circumstances, while others, like Haitians, faced barriers based on both political and economic reasons.
Regional Migration Patterns
- Migration trends include a shift from the Rust Belt to the Sun Belt in more recent decades.
- The U.S.-Mexico border spans 1951 miles, with barriers only covering a fraction of this distance.
Definition Clarifications
- Terms related to undocumented immigrants differ, with "unauthorized immigrant" being preferred by academics, while "illegal alien" is often used by those advocating for tighter immigration controls.
- Most immigrants in the U.S. are young adults, particularly between ages 25 and 39, highlighting a youthful demographic influx.
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Test your knowledge on key concepts from Chapter 3 of AP Human Geography. This quiz focuses on intervening obstacles and their impact on migration due to physical geography. Review important definitions and improve your understanding of migration dynamics.