Geographical Factors in Migration

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Why do people usually migrate, according to the text?

To engage in trade opportunities

To experience different climates

To explore different cultures

To escape a bad situation or seek a better life (correct)

What is one of the geographical factors mentioned that impacts people's decision to migrate?

Presence of diverse wildlife

Quality of healthcare facilities

Climate (correct)

Availability of advanced technology

In what region did European colonization significantly impact migration patterns?

Asia

Europe

Caribbean, Central America, and South America (correct)

North America

What attracted Europeans to migrate to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America in the 15th century CE?

Treasures and available land Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the main influences on migration in the Caribbean, Central America, and South America mentioned in the text?

Availability of natural resources and climate Signup and view all the answers

Why are the warm winters in Arizona mentioned in the text?

As an example of a geographical factor influencing migration decisions Signup and view all the answers

What do the author's parents plan to do due to the warm winters in Arizona?

Migrate to the West Signup and view all the answers

Why did many Europeans migrate to South America?

To work in the gold and silver mines in the Andes Mountains. Signup and view all the answers

What is forced migration as described in the text?

Forced movement of a group of people out of an area by conquering Europeans. Signup and view all the answers

Why did many Chinese migrants move to Peru and Bolivia in the 1800s?

To work in the gold and silver mines in those countries. Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant consequence of European migration for the native populations of South America?

Enslavement, annihilation, or uprooting of most native inhabitants. Signup and view all the answers

How did climate influence migration patterns in South America according to the text?

People concentrated towards the East to escape harsh climates like the Atacama Desert. Signup and view all the answers

Why did major cities like Caracas, Santiago, and Montevideo develop closer to the coast in South America?

To experience more moderate climates compared to the interior of the continent. Signup and view all the answers

In Central America, why are most capital cities and highest population concentrations found nearer to cooler coasts?

To be closer to cooler areas compared to the scorching inland regions. Signup and view all the answers

What role did climate play in migration patterns in the Caribbean?

Harsh environments like jungles prompted people to move towards coastlines. Signup and view all the answers

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