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What were the general term used to describe dust bowl refugee?
they were called okies and they came from the southern plains around the time of the great depression looking for work most aiming for california.this was around 1930 to 1935
Why did they call some people Okies?
The term "Okies" was used to refer to migrants from Oklahoma who moved to California during the Dust Bowl in the 1930s in search of work. The term became a derogatory label that implied poverty, hardship, and a lack of education.
How were the Okies similar to hoboes?
Both Okies and hoboes were people who were displaced and traveled in search of work during the Great Depression. They both faced economic hardship and uncertainty, often relying on temporary or seasonal jobs to survive. Additionally, both groups experienced discrimination and prejudice as they moved from place to place.
How many refugees are there in the world?
As of 2021, the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) estimated that there were over 26 million refugees worldwide. This number includes individuals who have fled their home countries due to conflict, persecution, or other forms of violence.
What problems do refugees cause in hosting countries?
Lots. You have economic strain, as you are taking in thousands of people that will need government assistance to get started again. Then you may have political strain in how to deal with the refugees and what rights they may have in your country. You may also have racial tensions if the refugees are of a race that is not like in your country. You may also have religious tensions if the refugees are of a religion that is not tolerant or if the dominant religion in your country is not tolerant.
Where do most Okies migrate to?
Most Okies migrated to California
What were the general term used to describe dust bowl refugee?
they were called okies and they came from the southern plains around the time of the great depression looking for work most aiming for california.this was around 1930 to 1935
The largest group of farmers affected by the dust bowl?
Okies
How do you think the arrival of so many okies affected native californian?
Most Californians at the time would have considered the Okies as a burden to society. The sudden influx of Okies into California caused taxes to go up, and increased competition for jobs. For these reasons, Okies faced a lot of discrimination.
Who were Steinbeck's migrants?
Okies
Where were the Okies going?
deed
Where did the Okies migrate to?
California
What do you call someone from Oklahoma?
Oklahomans is the correct Demonym however only a rare few take offense to Okies.
Where did 'okies' migrated to?
California
What are the release dates for Okies vs- Aliens - 2013?
Okies vs- Aliens - 2013 was released on: USA: 30 September 2013
Those homeless from Oklahoma were called what?
Okies.
What do the grapes in Grapes of Wrath symbolize?
The okies.
