Immigration and multicultural development in France

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Multicultural France

France has been a multicultural for over two hundred years. Many of the early settlers came from all over Europe, some of them are Romans, Celts, Franks, Italy, Spain, Belgium, Portugal, among others. In fact by 1930, France was already experiencing a higher percentage of foreighners in terms of its population compared to United States.

Economic forms an essential part of any discussion of migration and immigration because many cases of migration is facilitated by economic gain, for example majority of early immigrant who went to France were attracted by opportunities in agriculture, construction work, and manufacture which are part of economics. In addition, demand for labor due to economic expansion and industrial growth facilitated mass immigration in France.

French nation has been influenced by immigrants. Nations that were colonies of France formed part of the French republic therefore in order for integration France allowed immigration from these nations.

Question 4

It is difficult to identify degree of the real figure of ethnic minorities in France or to asses the real impact of immigration on French population because by then immigration was a marginal issue in French political life. The issue of immigration was highly depoliticized as it was viewed as a significant economic matter. It was as well assumed that most of the immigrants of 1950s and 1960s who came from North and Sub-Saharan Africa were always going back home after they could earn some cash while in France and that they were sort term residence.

Question 5

It is surprising that French historians only started looking closely the question of the influence of immigration in 1980s while in their history little attention had been put towards the impact as well as influence of immigrants on the development of France. Moreover, for more than 200 years, France had received a larger number of immigrants as compared to any other European country.

Question 6

Before 1950s immigrants came from all over Europe, some of them were from Romans, Celts, Franks, Italy, Spain, Belgium, Portugal, among others. They were mainly attracted by opportunities in agriculture, construction work, and manufacture which are part of economics.

Question 7

The role that low population growth played in immigrant policy after the mid 1950s was to facilitated the agreement by most that European immigrants were preferable to Asians or Africans, though only Italy had recruitment offices.

Question 8

Small number of European immigrants came to France in the 1960s and onwards following the paradox that took place that while many of the European countries in the period of postwar went on to withdraw fro their colonies found in Asia and Africa as they establish a closer economic and political links with other European countries, in terms of migration movement it was opposite.

Question 9

Colonialism played a role in immigration to France by creating the most effective channel that facilitated migration movements into France. Since it was among the major colonial powers it seek potential workforce from its colonies.

Question 10

The argument was that the immigrants, their children as well as their grand-children from non-European descendant represented a threat to French nationality identity. The question is whether the problem of unassimilable and culturally alien population was a totally new matter? Some other question were regarding the threat that to social cohesion that were being posed by the ethnic minority.

Question 13

Hip-hop artist engage in selling their music on their own blocks have contributed to their identification with Marseille; even the poor areas have never been segregated on the city outskirts.

Question 14

The presenter wanted to show the disconnect of the numerous social and economic problems that the people of France face. While they the people expect their new elected politicians to change the situation, nothing changes. The people remain hoping that one day another government from a different social class will come and solve their problems, and even stop all the violence that ever erupt during elections.

Question 15

The hip-hop music from Marseille is more aggressive while the others re soft in nature. The moves from the two French and English songs are a bit coordinated for the hip-hop does not have any specific move. Rappers prefer wearing heavy clothing with hood or with a cap.

Visit To France

Question 1

My visit will be Le tour Montparnasse. It is among the tallest building found around. A lift takes you up to 56th floor. To reach to the top roof you walk a further 3 floors to 59th floor. It offers an uninterrupted 3600 view from the roof top. It was constructed from 1969to 1972.

Question 2

My visit is to the famous place Montmartre. It is a unique village in the Metropolis. Basilica of Sacr-Coeur (white church) rest on the crest of the hill that makes it difficult for one to get lost. At the bottom of the hill you will see the Boulevard de Clich, lined with kebab shops, bars, peep shows. The name originated from Roman meaning "Mount of Mars" before it was changed by pagan French. Wine festival takes place at Clos MontmatreVinyard.

Question 3

My visit will be to a famous museum called Le Louvre. The museum was founded in 1793. You will see humanity long journey with various collections that can be traced from thousand of years ago.Some of the displays arefamous Mona Lisa by Leonardo da Vinci and other painting from Italy, France. Superb collections are Roman, Greek, and Egyptian arts.

Question 4

My visit will to la Sainte Chapelle. It was built between 1242 and 1248 by King Louis IX. It is located near the Palais de la Cite. I like the stained glass windows. Its 'jewel box' structure. I like their concerts that offer a unique and unforgettable experience.

Question 5

During evening I will visit a night club to listen to their songs and see their style of dancing. I will taste their wines to discover their taste.