Question

omar lives in egypt and is moving from his town in the south to the nile delta region in northern egypt due to terrible drought. he appeals to the egyptian government for aid and protection because he is uprooting his entire family. what type of migrant is omar, and why?

internally - displaced person, because he is moving but still within one countrys borders

asylum - seeker, because he is asking for assistance from a government for protection

refugee, because he is leaving a dangerous situation caused by lack of water and food

forced migrant, because he is not physically forced to leave but is forced by environmental circumstances

internally - displaced person, because he is forced to move by the environment, but is remaining in egypt

Explanation:

Omar is moving due to severe drought, a dangerous situation caused by lack of water and food. A refugee is someone who is forced to flee their home due to well - founded fear of persecution, war, or a disaster - like situation. In this case, the drought is the disaster forcing him to move and seek aid and protection from the government.

Answer:

Refugee, because he is facing a dangerous situation caused by lack of water and food.