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Human Systems

Human Systems. Why do people move from one place to another?. Geography. III. Human Systems A. National and State Boundaries B. Major Cities C. Agricultural Regions D. Migration and Settlement Patterns. Oklahoma Land Rush 1889. Trail of Tears 1838. Great Depression 1930. Human Systems.

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Human Systems

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  1. Human Systems Why do people move from one place to another?

  2. Geography III. Human Systems A. National and State Boundaries B. Major Cities C. Agricultural Regions D. Migration and Settlement Patterns Oklahoma Land Rush 1889 Trail of Tears 1838 Great Depression 1930

  3. Human Systems D. Migration and Settlement Patterns 1. definitions a. migration: the movement of people from one place to another b. push-pull theory: identifies reasons why people move from one place to another c. Voluntary migration: believe life’s circumstances will be improved in the new location (Pull) d. Reluctant migration: living conditions become intolerable (Push) e. Forced migration: decision to migrate is made by people other than the migrants (Push) f. urbanization: a process in which there is an increase in the percentage of people living or working in urban areas (cities) as compared to rural areas (Push/Pull)

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  5. Human Systems 2. Geographic factors influenced migration and settlement patterns a. Mountain ranges 1. in early America slowed and restricted development and migration 2. settlements remained near the coastal areas 3. inhibited the construction of roads and railroads 4. no flat land for farming and bad soil 5. today the mountain areas are enjoyed for recreational purposes

  6. Human Systems b. River Systems 1. in early America the superior form of transportation – could use flatboats 2. fertile soil along rivers attracted farmers 3. helped industry develop supplying power and transportation for the mills 4. caused flood damage and the need for bridges and dams 5. important today for transportation, hydroelectric power and fresh water

  7. Human Systems c. Mineral resources 1. influenced development and the economy 2. coal in the Appalachians 3. gold in the Rockies

  8. Human Systems 3. Urbanization a. in 1790 95% of the US population lived in the country compared to 20% in 2000 Little Italy, NYC

  9. Human Systems b. 19th century – the Industrial Revolution transformed urban life and communities grew - development of rail roads - west coast ocean ports and mineral resources - major waterway transportation like canals and steamboats - workers are attracted by the opportunities Chicago 1832

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