Impact of Migration on Society

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What is a negative socio-economic consequence of migration in departure areas?

Brain drain (correct)
Availability of cheap labor
Cultural enrichment
Increased social security costs

Cultural enrichment is a socio-economic consequence of migration in arrival areas.

True (A)

Name one social issue that often arises in arrival areas as a consequence of migration.

Racial conflicts or xenophobia

Increased social security costs are mainly associated with __________.

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Match the following consequences of migration with their descriptions:

<p>Brain Drain = Decrease in active population and social imbalance Ghettos/Slums = Emergence of areas with poor infrastructure Cheap Labor = Availability of low-paid job seekers Cultural Enrichment = Introduction of new cultural practices and diversity</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Brain Drain

The emigration of skilled and educated individuals from a country, often due to better opportunities elsewhere.

Increased Social Security Costs

The arrival of immigrants can lead to increased costs for social security programs, as new residents may need to access these services.

Ghettos/Slums

The formation of segregated areas in cities where immigrants often cluster, due to factors like poverty or discrimination.

Pressure on Wages & Working Conditions

Immigration can lead to the availability of workers willing to accept lower wages, potentially affecting existing wages and working conditions for local citizens.

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Cultural Enrichment

Immigrants can contribute to a richer cultural landscape, introducing new traditions, languages, and perspectives.

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Study Notes

Departure Areas

Brain drain
Increase in foreign currency
Decrease in the active population
Unemployment reduction
Decrease in economic dynamism
Social imbalance (predominance of women and older people)

Arrival Areas

Increased social security costs for immigrants
Appearance of ghettos and slums with poor infrastructure
Availability of cheap labor
Racial conflicts and xenophobia
Pressure on wages and working conditions of the local population
Cultural enrichment

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Explore the complex effects of migration through this quiz, covering various aspects of departure and arrival areas. Understand the economic, social, and cultural challenges and changes brought about by migration, as well as the consequences faced by both the home and host countries.