Poverty in the U.S.
Name one U.S. Region with high poverty rates.
The South (Mississippi, Louisiana, Alabama)
What is a healthcare system?
A system for providing medical services to people.
What is the most common religion in the U.S.?
Christianity
What is cultural diffusion?
The spread of cultural traits from one place to another.
Why do people migrate?
For better job opportunities, safety, or family reunification.
Name two economic factors influencing poverty.
Job availability and wage levels.
Which country in North America has universal healthcare?
Canada.
How did Catholicism spread to Mexico?
Spanish colonization.
Give an example of relocation diffusion.
The Spanish language spreading to the U.S. due to Latin American immigration.
What did the Immigration and Nationality Act of 1965 change?
It ended quotas based on nationality and increased immigration from Asia, Latin.
Why are urban centers less likely to have high poverty rates?
They have more job opportunities and a higher tax base.
Pro- Advance medical technology.
Con- High Cost
How does modern immigration impact religious diversity?
It brings more religions like Islam, Hinduism, and Buddhism into urban areas.
How did hip-hop music spread globally?
Through expansion diffusion via media, social media, and globalization.
What was the purpose of the Chinese Exclusion Act?
To ban Chinese laborers from immigrating to the U.S.
What is one social solution to reduce poverty?
Improving access to quality education.
Compare Mexico’s healthcare system to the U.S.
Mexico has a mix of public and private healthcare, making it more affordable but with variable quality.
What is one major religion found in urban areas due to immigration?
Islam
What is hierarchical diffusion? Give an example.
When cultural trends spread from influential people or places, such as fashion trends from celebrities.
How do Cuban migration influence Miami?
It created "Little Havana", influencing food, music, and politics.
How does geography impact poverty levels in the U.S.?
Rural areas often have fewer job opportunities, while urban areas have more resources.
Name one change that could improve the U.S. healthcare system.
Making healthcare more affordable or expanding insurance coverage.
Predict how future immigration might affect religious distribution.
More diversity in faiths, growth of mosques and temples, and increased interfaith communities.
How has McDonald's adapted its menu in other countries?
By offering local options, such as vegetarian meals in India.
How do immigrant communities influence U.S. culture and economy?
They introduce new foods, traditions, and businesses while also contributing to the workforce.