1) This table is obviously invaluable in answering questions concerning the regional distribution of faiths in the United States. It includes the following U.S. regions: Northeast, Midwest, South, West. In addition, the followers of various denominations of Christianity and other significant faiths are compared. It's important to note the difference in sample size. 2) This link helps me understand the geographic perspective of religion because I can make hypotheses and draw connections based on the regional distribution of the followers of each faith. Regions differ from one another, and these differences could explain why one faith is more prominent then another. 3) How are religious faiths connected to the demographic tradition? Analyze the religious compositions of two countries- one developed and one developing. Draw a conclusion based on your findings. Determine if your conclusion is viable- can any generalizations be made about religion? Does religion suggest other characteristics of a person, or is faith a matter to be examined solo?

This map really confused me! I understand that Mexico has a climate that is attractive to elderly migrants...however, with the ongoing drug wars, why would migrants choose Mexico? Regions in the north and center display a higher percent of elderly migrants. I compared this map to one depicting homicides related to the drug wars. It appears that there a more homicides per 1,000 persons in the mid-North, which perhaps serves as a hub, with homicides decreasing from this central point.

I took a look at this map and wasn't surprised to see that many immigrants to America settle along the coasts/borders of the United States. The map legend indicates that regions with darker blue have higher a high percent of foreign born citizens within their county. Much of the south west border is dark blue, evidently due to is proximity to Mexico, a country undergoing violence from the eternal drug wars. In addition, major cities here and there, such as New York City, display dark blue. This is logical, as these cities provide job opportunities and serve as major ports, historically and in the present today.