Human Geography- Movement: Migration

Every weekend in summer, large numbers of people leave the hot desert climate of Phoenix to head for vacations in the cooler climates of northern Arizona. This is an example of __________.

Cyclic movement

Most of the western United States, except the Pacific states, saw population growth during the mid-2000s. What is the best explanation for the lack of growth in the Pacific states?

The Pacific states have a higher cost of living than the states further inland.

Which of the following statements about Michigan's population from 2007 - 2008 is true?

The population decreased by 0.5% due to the struggling auto industry and high unemployment rate.

Which of the following choices shows the correct order, from shortest to longest duration, for the different types of movement?

cyclic movement, periodic movement, permanent migration

Each year, field workers travel from the southwestern United States to eastern Washington to harvest apples. This movement is an example of __________.

periodic movement

Which of the following is not an example of a push factor that could encourage migration away from a place?

the low cost of living in the southwestern United States

Which of the following is not a form of forced migration?

the movement of business owners to Europe to establish new business opportunities

Which region of the United States experienced the greatest decrease in population by percentage from 2000 to 2004?

The Northeast

Which of the following statements about the British colony in Australia is true?

It was established first as a penal colony and comprised mostly of convicts in the early years.

Which of the following is the best example of an intervening opportunity that influenced migration?

Many African American citizens were heading to Chicago after the Civil War, but settled in border cities just north of the Deep South.

Which of the following transactions was not part of the triangular trade between Europe, Africa, and the Americas?

Slaves from the Americas were sold in Africa in exchange for finished goods.

The US economic ups and downs in the 2000s led to the relocation of hundreds of thousands of people to the

South and West