What is a common urban outcome of migration on cultural landscapes?

• A. Formation of ethnic enclaves
• B. Complete cultural homogenization
• C. Loss of all languages
• D. No impact on cultural diversity

Answer: (A)

Migration reshapes city layouts as newcomers cluster around familiar networks, services, and cultural supports. The most common urban outcome is the formation of ethnic enclaves—neighborhoods where language, foods, religious institutions, and businesses reflect a particular immigrant group. These enclaves help people maintain connections to their heritage while adapting to a new city, and they often become visible cultural landmarks within the urban fabric. This doesn't mean full cultural homogenization or the loss of all languages; rather, it highlights how immigration adds distinct cultural pockets to a city's landscape and, in the process, increases overall cultural diversity.