5.1 Migration Quiz

What is the primary definition of migration?

• Movement within a city

• Movement across a specified boundary to establish a new permanent residence

• Seasonal movement in search of food

• Movement for temporary work

According to the United Nations, what duration defines a 'permanent' change of residence?

• Less than 6 months

• More than 1 year

• 6 months to 1 year

• More than 5 years

Which term refers to the number of migrants entering a region minus those leaving?

• Migration stream

• Immigration balance

• Net migration

• Migration flow

What are 'push factors'?

• Conditions that attract people to a new area

• Conditions that encourage people to leave an area

• Economic benefits of migration

• Legal restrictions on migration

Which type of migration occurs when individuals have little or no choice but to move?

• Voluntary migration

• Forced migration

• Impelled migration

• Circular migration

In the context of migration, what does 'in-migration' refer to?

• Migration from urban to rural areas

• Migration into a specific area or country

• Migration of refugees

• Migration back to the country of origin

What is 'stepped migration'?

• Migration in a straight line to a destination

• Migration involving multiple stops or stages

• Migration that occurs seasonally

• Migration that is forced by disaster

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of forced migration?

• Individuals choose to leave

• Movements due to persecution or disaster

• Lack of choice in the decision to migrate

• Often involves large groups of people

What is the primary reason for 'return migration'?

• Economic opportunities in the origin country

• Dissatisfaction with the destination

• Legal restrictions in the destination country

• Climate change effects

Which of the following best describes 'mass migration'?

• A single individual migrating for work

• A large number of people moving from one region to another

• Seasonal movement of agricultural workers

• Migration that occurs within a single city