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Human Migration Patterns

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What is the primary reason for human migration?

To experience different cultures and climates

To get married or to escape persecution or a natural disaster (correct)

To better one's social status

To explore new areas of the Earth

Which country received the most immigrants in 2013, according to U.N. estimates?

Russia

United States (correct)

Canada

China

What is a major driver of immigration to Russia?

Russia's low standard of living

Its lack of natural resources

Political unrest in neighboring countries

The country's high mortality rates and aging population (correct)

Which of the following countries is NOT part of the Central Asia and Russia region?

Mongolia Signup and view all the answers

What is a common origin of immigrants to Russia?

Former Soviet countries or allies Signup and view all the answers

What led to increased internal migration in Russia from 2006?

Relaxation of residency restrictions Signup and view all the answers

What is a major reason for people moving from Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan to other countries?

To support their families Signup and view all the answers

What makes Kazakhstan an attractive place for people to move to?

Its open-door policy for immigrants Signup and view all the answers

What is a common reason for people moving from rural areas to urban areas in Kazakhstan?

To give up their nomadic, herding lifestyles Signup and view all the answers

What is a major difference between Russia and Kazakhstan in terms of immigration?

Russia has a more open-door policy for immigrants Signup and view all the answers

Which Central Asian country has a relatively open-door policy when it comes to migration from other countries?

Kazakhstan Signup and view all the answers

What drives internal migration in Kazakhstan from rural to urban areas?

People giving up their nomadic, herding lifestyles Signup and view all the answers

Why is Russia a popular destination for immigrants?

Its aging population and relatively high standard of living Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a reason why people migrate from Tajikistan?

Drought and famine Signup and view all the answers

Why do migrants from Uzbekistan leave their country?

Corrupt, oppressive and menacing government Signup and view all the answers