Lena's extended family lives in Lebanon. She moved to the United States with her husband and two children about five years ago, and now holds dual United States and Lebanese citizenship. She hopes that many of her family members, including her parents, will eventually be able to move to the United States to join her and her family. In the meantime, she is able to Skype as often as she likes, chat with them on Facebook, and communicate through email. Why would Lena be considered a transnational migrant?

A. She maintains dual citizenship between Lebanon and the United States.
B. She will be able to pay for her extended family to come to the United States.
C. She plans to eventually return to Lebanon and remain there for the rest of her life.
D. She retains a strong connection to Lebanon.


Answer: D

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