Geography Migration Worksheet

Which of the following best describes the geographic term, "migration"?

• The movement of people from one place to another

• The spread of cultural traits from one place to another

• A large and destructive ocean wave caused by tectonic activity

• The process of establishing control over land and its native population

Answer explanation

The term 'migration' specifically refers to the movement of people from one place to another, distinguishing it from other concepts like cultural diffusion or tectonic activity.

The reasons people choose to migrate are known as-

• cultural diffusion

• physical processes

• relative locations

• push and pull factors

Answer explanation

People migrate for various reasons, categorized as 'push and pull factors.' Push factors drive individuals away from their current location, while pull factors attract them to a new one, making this the correct choice.

Which of the following statements about people that live near a fault line is true?

• They must build structures that can withstand earthquakes.

• They are not able to travel due to monsoons.

• They have never had to evacuate due to volcanic activity.

• They need to be prepared for glacier till.

Answer explanation

People living near fault lines must build structures that can withstand earthquakes to ensure safety during seismic events. The other statements are not relevant to the risks associated with living near a fault.

People who live along the Ring of Fire must have a safety plan in place for which of the following physical processes?

• Earthquakes

• Tsunamis

• Volcanic activity

• All of the above

Answer explanation

Living along the Ring of Fire exposes people to earthquakes, tsunamis, and volcanic activity. Therefore, a comprehensive safety plan must address all these hazards, making 'All of the above' the correct choice.

Which of the following is not a culture trait?

• Language

• Food

• Earthquake

• Art

Answer explanation

An earthquake is a natural disaster, not a culture trait. Culture traits include aspects like language, food, and art, which are expressions of a group's identity and traditions.

Which culture trait can be classified as a person's place within society?

• Social structure

• Language

• Government

• Technology

Answer explanation

Social structure refers to the organized pattern of relationships and roles within a society, defining a person's place and status. This makes it the correct choice for identifying a person's position in society.

Which of the following cultural traits refers to how cultures express themselves through events, rituals, and family roles?

• Food

• Traditions

• Art

• Language

Answer explanation

Traditions encompass the events, rituals, and family roles that cultures use to express their identity and values, making it the correct choice for this question.

Which of the following is not a basic institution.

• Educational Institutions

• Economic Systems

• Government Systems

• Religious Institutions

• Hospitals

Answer explanation

Hospitals are not considered basic institutions like educational, economic, government, and religious systems, which are fundamental to societal structure and function. Hospitals serve a specific health-related purpose.

Which of the following is an example of cultural diffusion?

• Experiencing a volcanic eruption

• Living near a river

• Building earthquake-resistant homes

• Learning a new language from immigrants

Answer explanation

Cultural diffusion refers to the spread of cultural elements. Learning a new language from immigrants exemplifies this, as it shows how language and culture are shared and adopted between different groups.

What is the main purpose of social institutions in a society?

• To provide entertainment

• To organize and structure social life

• To create natural disasters

• To control migration

Answer explanation

The main purpose of social institutions is to organize and structure social life, providing frameworks for relationships, norms, and roles that help maintain order and facilitate cooperation within society.