Which cities faced the greatest population increase during the Great Migration?

Understand the Problem

The question is asking which cities experienced the largest population growth during the Great Migration, as indicated by the accompanying map of migration data. The answer options list pairs of cities, and the correct choice would be the pair with the highest reported percentage increase.

More Information

During the Great Migration, cities like Detroit and Philadelphia saw significant demographic shifts, with Detroit seeing a 611% increase and Philadelphia a 500% increase.

Tips

Avoid assuming smaller cities had larger increases; focus on percentage growth rather than total population.

Sources

• The Great Migration - National Archives - archives.gov
• Great Migration | Definition, History | Britannica - britannica.com