Migration - Lee's Migration Model and Patterns

How many international migrants were outside their country of origin in 2023?

• 244 million

• 265 million

• 273 million

• 282 million

Which of these countries receives the greatest levels of immigration from the UK?

• France

• Spain

• Australia

• USA

What is the most common migration route below?

• AC to AC

• EDC to AC

• LIDC to EDC

• LIDC to AC

What does the Lee Migration model show?

• That migration only happens if positive factors outweigh negative factors

• That the factors that determine migration are subjective

• That migration relies on push and pull factors

Which of these is a physical intervening obstacle?

• Border enforcement

• The Mediterranean Sea

• Language barrier

• Lack of money

What is an intervening opportunity?

• Closer opportunities that reduce attractiveness of more distant alternatives

• Being forced to remain in a country that was not the initial destination (e.g. visa issues)

What are two social challenges of migration from Poland to the UK?

• Discrimination against Poles

• Brain drain from Poland

• Remittances sent back to Poland

• Pressure on services in the UK

Why is the USA the greatest receiver of immigrants in the world?

• Wealthiest country has economic opportunities

• People flee conflict in the Middle East

• Mexico is one of the world's most populous nations

What attributes exist for each migrant in origin and destination countries?

• Positive

• Negative

• Neutral

Choose three reasons why migrants rely on smartphones

• To contact friends and family

• For mapping

• To play games

• To take video footage of their journey