Unit 6-7: The EFFECTS of MIGRATION, Explained

What was one impact of men migrating for work on gender roles?

• Families moved to rural areas.

• Children started working in factories.

• Women gained financial independence.

• Men took on more household duties.

What role did ethnic enclaves play for migrants?

• They isolated migrants from the local community.

• They served as cultural hubs and support systems.

• They discouraged cultural exchange.

• They were centers for economic competition.

Which of the following laws was a legislative response to nativism?

• The Chinese Exclusion Act

• The Civil Rights Act

• The Voting Rights Act

• The Immigration Reform Act

How did immigrants contribute to the economy despite facing hostility?

• By taking high-wage jobs

• By filling low-wage jobs essential for growth

• By sending money back home

• By starting their own businesses

What is one long-term effect of migration mentioned in the text?

• Stability in social structures

• Decreased cultural diversity

• Changes in demographic trends and cultural identities

• Increased rural population

What does the rise of nativism reveal about native populations?

• An interest in learning new languages

• A desire for cultural exchange

• A willingness to integrate immigrants

• Fears of cultural dilution and economic competition

How did women stepping into traditional male roles affect family structures?

• It led to more traditional family roles.

• It reshaped family structures and societal norms.

• It caused families to become more isolated.

• It had no significant impact.

What is a paradox mentioned in the text regarding immigrant labor?

• They were welcomed by all communities.

• They only worked in high-skilled jobs.

• They were paid more than native workers.

• Their labor was necessary but resented.

What does the resilience of immigrant communities highlight?

• Their inability to adapt

• Their resourcefulness and ability to maintain cultural practices

• Their preference for isolation

• Their lack of cultural identity

What societal change is associated with migration during this period?

• The shaping of the modern world

• A decrease in cultural diversity

• A return to traditional values

• A decline in economic growth