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Changes in farming, soaring population growth, and an ever-increasing demand for workers led masses of people to migrate from farms to cities.

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What patterns of migration were caused by the drought in the plains?

The drought in the plains during the 1930s, known as the Dust Bowl, led to a massive migration of people who were forced to leave their farms and homes in search of better opportunities. Many moved west to California in hopes of finding work in the agricultural industry. This migration had significant social and economic impacts on both the sending and receiving regions.


What is called a movement of people from farms and villages to the cities?

This movement is called urbanization, which refers to the increasing proportion of people living in urban areas compared to rural areas. Urbanization is often driven by factors such as economic opportunities, industrialization, and better living standards in cities.


Why did many Tuareg settle on farms move to cities or build camps?

Many reasons have led to the migration of Tuareg people from traditional nomadic lifestyles to settled communities or cities, including political changes, environmental challenges, economic opportunities, and armed conflicts. Settlements or camps can offer better access to essential services like healthcare and education, as well as more stable sources of income compared to rural farming.


What happened to the population in village and farms when more people leaving for the city?

The Population gradually decreases as many people, especially young adults go to work in the cities (As they perceive the cities as having more opportunities). This will cause the village and farms to have a higher proportion of elderly or older individuals than youths. Eventually, if more people leave than join the village/farm, it is highly likely that it will become a ghost town.


How did the agricultural revolution affect growth of cities?

The agricultural revolution led to increased food production which allowed for a surplus of food. This surplus enabled more people to leave farms and move to cities in search of other work opportunities. As a result, cities experienced rapid population growth and urbanization during this period.