Unit 5 Economic Growth Flashcards
1
Q
Why did the Irish migrate?
A
The Great Famine
2
Q
Why did china migrate?
A
seeking economic opportunities, escaping hardship and political instability in China, and to work in industries like gold mining, railroads, and agriculture
3
Q
Why did German migrate?
A
economic hardship, political instability, and religious persecution in Germany, and “pull” factors such as the promise of land, economic opportunity, and religious freedom in America
4
Q
Push factors
A
Lack of jobs or opportunities.
Absence of good educational institutes.
Poverty.
Famine or drought.
5
Q
Pull factors
A
Job opportunities.
Higher benefits.
Better living conditions.
Having more political or religious freedom.
