Why do people migrate? Compare those who migrated during the period from 1750 to 1914 with those who migrate today. How are their reasons similar? How are their reasons different?
Similar Reason: They were looking for a better way of living. Different Reason: Back in the day it wasn't optional, but now they have an option on what they want to do.
People migrate because they needed food. They also migrated because of other settlers attempting to take their land, so instead of endangering themselves, they moved.