1. a) List the states with the 10 largest populations (and each states' population).
b) What is the population of your state?

2. List the following from the article:
a) How many people moved to Florida last year?
b) What percent of new residents were from New York?
c) What percent of Florida's new residents last year were immigrants?
d) From what area did the majority of immigrants come to Florida?

3. What is the age breakdown by percentage of people moving into Florida?

4. For what reasons do people move to Florida?

5. What is most likely the main reason people move out of New York state?

6. What types of jobs are disproportionately found in Florida?

7. What type of industries are being built up in various areas of Florida?

8.  Some might think that people move to Florida just for the sunshine or warm weather. Ask a parent what factors they would consider if moving to a new state - climate, economy, schools, taxes, etc.