In 4–6 sentences, explain the difference between push and pull factors that cause human migration.
In 3–4 sentences, describe a specific historical migration event or pattern that was largely due to push factors, and explain those factors.
In 4–6 sentences, describe a specific migration event or pattern that was largely due to pull factors, and explain those factors.
In 4–6 sentences, describe a current migration event or pattern, and briefly describe the push and pull factors causing it.
Push factors are the reasons why individuals feel compelled to leave their home country, such as political instability, economic hardship, conflict, natural disasters, or lack of opportunities. Pull factors, on the other hand, are reasons why individuals are attracted to a specific destination, such as better job opportunities, political stability, higher quality of life, or the presence of family and social networks.
An example of a historical migration event largely due to push factors is the Irish Potato Famine in the mid-19th century. The famine, caused by a potato blight, led to widespread hunger and poverty in Ireland, forcing many Irish people to emigrate in search of food and economic opportunities elsewhere.
An example of a migration event largely due to pull factors is the Great Migration of African Americans from the rural South to the urban North in the early 20th century. Industrialization and job opportunities in northern cities attracted African Americans seeking better economic prospects and escape from discrimination and segregation in the South.
A current migration event is the movement of Syrians fleeing civil war and conflict in their home country. The push factors driving this migration include violence, persecution, and lack of safety, while the pull factors include the opportunity for safety, stability, and a better future in countries like Germany or Sweden offering asylum and support to refugees.