Immigration Vocabulary Quiz

What is the definition of the word "immigrant"?

• A person who moves to a new country to live.

• A person who travels for vacation.

• A person who stays in their home country.

• A person who visits another country temporarily.

What is a "push factor"?

• Opportunities in a new country

• Problems in their home countries that make immigrants want to leave

• Cultural attractions in a foreign land

• Economic benefits in a new country

What is a "pull factor"?

• A negative thing that makes a person leave a country

• A positive thing that makes a person immigrate to a specific country

• A neutral thing that has no effect on immigration

• A factor that prevents people from moving

What does the term "persecution" mean?

• A celebration of cultural diversity

• A repeated attack on a person or group due to their identity (i.e. race, religion)

• A peaceful protest for rights

• A friendly gathering of different communities

What is the definition of "poverty"?

• The state of being extremely wealthy.

• The state of being extremely poor.

• The state of being moderately rich.

• The state of being financially stable.

What is the definition of a "refugee"?

• A person who travels for leisure

• A person who leaves their home country to escape danger

• A person who moves for a job opportunity

• A person who visits another country for education

What is the meaning of the verb "flee"?

• To walk slowly

• To run away from danger

• To stand still

• To approach cautiously

What is the definition of the word "journey"?

• A short walk

• A trip, usually a long trip

• An idea

• A job

What is the definition of the word "voyage"?

• A short trip to the store

• A long journey on the ocean or in space

• A quick walk in the park

• A brief visit to a friend's house

Where would you find a farm?

• In an urban area

• In a rural area

• In New York City

• In the ocean