Types of Urban Housing and Settlement Functions Quiz
17 Questions
1 Views

Choose a study mode

Play Quiz
Study Flashcards
Spaced Repetition
Chat to lesson

Podcast

Play an AI-generated podcast conversation about this lesson

Questions and Answers

What is the main cause of urbanization?

  • Outer-city estates
  • Rural-urban migration (correct)
  • Industrial areas
  • Rural-urban fringe
  • Which factor is a common push factor from rural areas to urban areas?

  • More jobs
  • Poor housing quality (correct)
  • Agricultural products
  • Good schools/healthcare
  • What is a common pull factor from urban areas to rural areas?

  • Poor schools/healthcare resources
  • Lack of entertainment
  • Shortage of resources
  • Drought/famine (correct)
  • Which of the following factors is NOT mentioned as a push factor from urban areas to rural areas?

    <p>Better entertainment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What attracts people to urban areas from rural areas based on the text?

    <p>More jobs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is urban sprawl?

    <p>The rapid urbanisation and spread of an urban area</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some problems associated with urban growth in urban areas for the environment?

    <p>Death of fish/other species and loss of habitats</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do many rural areas seek and experience rapid urban growth?

    <p>Because of better trading prospects and transport links</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do outer-city estates play in urban sprawl?

    <p>They promote the spread of urban areas beyond city limits</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does building in the rural-urban fringe contribute to urban growth?

    <p>By providing suitable living areas for workers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common impact of rapid urbanisation on food chains in urban areas?

    <p>Pollution of rivers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What types of goods are typically sold in Low Order Goods (Convenience) stores?

    <p>Goods that people buy every day</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where are Outer-city estates usually located?

    <p>On the fringes of cities with varied housing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes the Rural-Urban fringe?

    <p>Mixture of housing, golf courses, businesses, parks, and airports</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do Industrial Areas usually have factories located close to the CBD?

    <p>To be near transportation hubs for shipping goods</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of settlements in rural areas?

    <p>Focusing on agriculture and low-order services</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes Urban Areas from Rural Areas in terms of functions?

    <p>Urban Areas tend to have more functions than Rural Areas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    More Like This

    Use Quizgecko on...
    Browser
    Browser