Advanced Placement (AP) Human Geography Practice Exam

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In the context of migration, what is a host society?

  1. The society from which migrants originate

  2. The culture group in a receiving area

  3. A society primarily focused on cultural preservation

  4. The society near the point of origin of migrants

The correct answer is: The culture group in a receiving area

In the context of migration, a host society refers to the culture group in a receiving area where migrants settle. This society is characterized by the established norms, values, and social structures that shape the everyday lives of its members. When migrants arrive, they interact with and often integrate into the host society, contributing to a dynamic exchange of cultural practices and ideas. This interaction can lead to the enrichment of the host society through diversity but may also result in challenges such as cultural assimilation or conflict, depending on the nature of the relationship between the migrants and the established population. The other choices reflect different aspects of migration, but they do not accurately describe the host society. The society from which migrants originate focuses on the point of departure rather than the location where they arrive. A society primarily focused on cultural preservation may involve communities that resist change or outside influences, which does not fully capture the essence of a host society. Finally, the society near the point of origin pertains to geographic proximity rather than the context of integration and cultural interaction seen in a host society.