1. MIGRATION
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2. MIGRATION
Migration refers to the movement of people from one area to another.
Geographers usually divide reasons for migration into “push” and “pull” factors.

3. What are some examples of “push” factors?
Oppression – religious or political
Poverty
Political conflicts - war
Environmental factors – famine, drought, floods, fires
Forced Migration – slave trade

4. Civil War in Syria

5. Environmental Factors

6. What are some “pull” factors?
Freedom
Economic opportunity
Cultural ties

7. Economic Opportunities - Jobs

8. Cubans flee Communism

9. Physical Factors affecting Migration Routes
People often migrate through valleys, across grasslands and along water routes. Why?
People generally avoid mountains, deserts and dense forests. Why?

10. What unique feature led to the migration of people to the Americas?