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What is the primary characteristic that defines urban settlements?
What is the primary characteristic that defines urban settlements?
Which statement accurately describes rural settlements?
Which statement accurately describes rural settlements?
How does suburban settlement density compare to urban and rural areas?
How does suburban settlement density compare to urban and rural areas?
What trend is referred to when discussing the increase in population in urban areas?
What trend is referred to when discussing the increase in population in urban areas?
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Approximately what percentage of Canadians live in urban areas?
Approximately what percentage of Canadians live in urban areas?
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What does a settlement primarily represent?
What does a settlement primarily represent?
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How did European settlers impact Indigenous groups in what is now Canada?
How did European settlers impact Indigenous groups in what is now Canada?
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Which of the following aspects do geographers consider when studying settlements?
Which of the following aspects do geographers consider when studying settlements?
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Which Indigenous group is noted as being semi-nomadic in the content?
Which Indigenous group is noted as being semi-nomadic in the content?
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What is a characteristic feature of the author's settlement?
What is a characteristic feature of the author's settlement?
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What best describes institutional land use?
What best describes institutional land use?
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Which statement accurately reflects agricultural land use?
Which statement accurately reflects agricultural land use?
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How much of a typical North American city is allocated to transportation land use?
How much of a typical North American city is allocated to transportation land use?
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What is the primary purpose of parks and green spaces in urban areas?
What is the primary purpose of parks and green spaces in urban areas?
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What does the term 'site' refer to in the context of settlements?
What does the term 'site' refer to in the context of settlements?
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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of transportation land use?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of transportation land use?
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How does 'situation' differ from 'site' when discussing settlements?
How does 'situation' differ from 'site' when discussing settlements?
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What motivated the initial settlement of Dawson City, Yukon?
What motivated the initial settlement of Dawson City, Yukon?
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Which of the following statements best represents the concept of 'situation'?
Which of the following statements best represents the concept of 'situation'?
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In what way can an unattractive site still be considered a desirable location?
In what way can an unattractive site still be considered a desirable location?
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Which land use type primarily involves the storage or processing of raw materials?
Which land use type primarily involves the storage or processing of raw materials?
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What is a key characteristic of residential land use in urban areas?
What is a key characteristic of residential land use in urban areas?
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Which option is NOT classified as an institutional land use?
Which option is NOT classified as an institutional land use?
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What recent trend has affected small businesses in commercial areas?
What recent trend has affected small businesses in commercial areas?
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Parks and green spaces primarily serve what purpose in land use?
Parks and green spaces primarily serve what purpose in land use?
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What is the primary purpose of land use according to the provided information?
What is the primary purpose of land use according to the provided information?
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Which type of land use occupies the largest percentage in the Canadian city referenced?
Which type of land use occupies the largest percentage in the Canadian city referenced?
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Which of the following types of land use together account for the majority of the land in the Canadian city?
Which of the following types of land use together account for the majority of the land in the Canadian city?
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What percentage of land is used for Agricultural purposes in the Canadian city?
What percentage of land is used for Agricultural purposes in the Canadian city?
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Which of the following best describes the distribution of land use types in a community?
Which of the following best describes the distribution of land use types in a community?
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Study Notes
Earliest Indigenous Peoples
- Early inhabitants of Canada were often nomadic or semi-nomadic.
- The Assiniboine, a First Nation group, were semi-nomadic and followed bison herds.
European Settlers
- European settlers' arrival made it difficult for Indigenous peoples to maintain their nomadic lifestyles.
- European settlers built homes and cultivated crops on the land, displacing Indigenous populations.
- The Indian Act and Canadian government policies forced Indigenous peoples onto designated territories.
Settlements
- A settlement is where people establish a permanent community.
- Settlements began to develop throughout Canada.
Geography of Settlements
- Geographers study the influence of physical environments on settlements and the impact of settlements on people.
- Some questions geographers might ask:
- How do mountains affect housing locations?
- How does climate influence the type of homes people build?
My Settlement
- The author resides in a suburb.
- Their settlement is characterized by numerous shopping centers and reliance on car transportation.
Types of Settlements
- There are three main settlement types: rural, urban, and suburban.
- These categories are based on population density and location.
Urban Settlement
- Urban areas are densely populated cities.
- Approximately 80% of Canadians live in urban areas.
- Urban communities typically have over 1000 residents living in close proximity.
- Urbanization, the growth of urban populations, is a prevalent trend.
- Urban areas are often characterized by tall buildings and limited green space.
Rural Settlement
- Rural settlements are communities with fewer than 1000 people.
- Houses in rural areas are spaced far apart, offering extensive green space and farmland.
- Many developing countries and over half of Canada's population a century ago were predominantly rural.
Suburban Settlement
- Suburban areas are denser than rural but less dense than urban areas.
- These settlements are often situated near major cities, serving as residential areas.
- Residents in suburban areas often rely on cars for transportation to work and shopping centers.
Settlement Location Factors
Site and Situation
- Settlements around the world exhibit diverse characteristics.
- Even within the same settlement type, significant variations can exist.
- Settlements are unique due to their site and situation.
- Site: Refers to the physical features that make a location distinct.
- Situation: Refers to a settlement's specific location in relation to its surroundings and other places.
Types of Land Use
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Institutional:
- Land used for community buildings like schools, libraries, and government offices.
- Includes emergency services and religious buildings.
- Strategically located for community accessibility.
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Agricultural:
- Used for growing crops and raising livestock (ranching, farming).
- Requires significant space for livestock and crops.
- Includes pastures and farmland.
- Often found in rural areas.
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Transportation:
- Used for roads, railways, and parking lots.
- Vital for the movement of people and goods (agriculture, commerce, and industry).
- Approximately one-third of a typical North American city is dedicated to transportation.
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Parks and Green Space:
- Primarily located around cities and towns.
- Used for recreation and are intentionally planned.
- Separated from industrial areas to reduce noise and traffic.
- Important for creating a buffer between residential areas and industrial zones.
Types of Land Use
- There are seven primary types of land use:
- Residential: For people's homes.
- Commercial: For businesses.
- Industrial: For manufacturing, processing, or storing raw materials.
- Institutional: Includes schools, hospitals, and government buildings.
- Agricultural: Land for farming and growing crops.
- Transportation: Roads, railways, and airports.
- Parks and Green Space: Areas for recreation and leisure.
What is Land Use?
- Land use refers to how humans utilize land for various purposes.
- Land use involves using land for specific purposes to meet people's wants and needs.
- Land use can involve using land in its natural state, such as a forest used for hiking, or altering it for development, such as cutting down a forest to build a shopping mall.
- The patterns of land use vary within a community and from one settlement to another.
- Most communities include all seven primary land use types.
Land Use in a Canadian City
| Land Use Type | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Green Space | 6.7% |
| Transportation | 20.0% |
| Residential | 28.7% |
| Institutional | 6.7% |
| Agricultural | 6.7% |
| Industrial | 13.3% |
| Commercial | 20.0% |
- The chart above shows the percentage of various land use types in a Canadian city.
- Question: Based on the chart, what is the most common land use in this Canadian city?
- Answer: Residential land use is the most prevalent.
- Question: Which types of land use are most important to you?
- Answer: For example, agricultural land use is vital because people rely on food for survival.
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Explore the history and impact of Indigenous peoples and European settlers in Canada through this quiz. Understand the transformation of lifestyles, the development of settlements, and the geographical factors influencing these changes. Dive into the complexities of Indigenous resilience amidst displacement.
