Topic Test Answers

Large numbers of skilled workers left Iran in the early 21st century, primarily because __________. A. the use of their skills was outlawed by Iran’s Islamic government B. their skills were no longer needed in Iran C. they sought more skilled opportunities in countries like the United States D. the US lifted all sanctions and embargoes on Iran in 2002 Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

Which of the following statements about migrant workers is true? A. Migrant workers threaten a country’s economy because they typically take the most desirable jobs. B. Migrant workers often receive remittances, or monies from their home country, to help them while working abroad. C. Globally, the term "migrant worker" is synonymous with "illegal immigrant." D. Educated and talented migrant workers can contribute to a foreign economy, but they often leave their home economy disadvantaged. Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

Read the passage below and answer the question that follows. Audrey planned to move from Iowa to Arizona. En route, she was offered a job in Colorado, which she accepted. She now lives in Denver, Colorado, and works for an athletic apparel design company. This is an example of __________. A. step migration B. forced migration C. a cyclic movement D. an intervening opportunity Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

How does cyclic movement differ from migration? A. Cyclic movement is permanent and migration is temporary. B. While both include a return home, cyclic movement involves being away from home for long periods, while migration is for short periods. C. Cyclic movement involves transhumance, while migration is more nomadic. D. Cyclic movements are short trips and involve a return to the home base, while migration is permanent. Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

Which of the following statements about the experiences refugees face is false? A. Humanitarian aid organizations seek ways to help relocate refugees. B. The cost of health care is a major challenge to host countries of refugees. C. Many refugees are challenged by the need to find employment in their host countries. D. Refugees cannot receive funding from nongovernmental organizations. Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

Which of the following is not a challenge faced by aid organizations? A. the availability of and access to resources B. the ability to provide safety for their workers C. the mounting costs of aid work D. the limited number of places aid is needed worldwide Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

Migration out of a country often severely affects that nation’s economy. Iran is one example of this. Explain how migration out of Iran has contributed to the country’s brain drain, and describe the effect this has had on the economy.

What is a migration flow? Describe an example of a modern or historical migration flow.

Explain how remittances from migrant workers create purchasing power in other countries. Why do migrant workers send remittances? What happens with this money?

For many people who are educated abroad, a lack of opportunity, a low standard of living, and the political and social conditions in their native country are factors that contribute to their choice not to return home. Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

Explain the difference between a seasonal worker and a migrant worker.

More than 75% of university-educated professionals from Central America and the Caribbean live abroad. Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

Describe three problems that migrant workers often face. How could language, working conditions, and economic opportunities cause these groups to struggle?

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 __________. A. permanent migration B. cyclic movement C. intervening opportunities D. commuting Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

Immigrant populations in low-income countries are growing. Please select the best answer from the choices provided.