Urbanization and Urban Planning Quiz

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What is the primary factor that slows urbanization in developed countries?

Higher population density in cities
Higher rates of people living in suburbs (correct)
More affordable housing in urban areas
Increased construction of green buildings

Which concept promotes the idea of designing neighborhoods to be walkable and accessible?

Smart growth
Urban sprawl
Gentrification
New urbanism (correct)

What term describes the transformation of a neighborhood that results in wealthier residents moving in?

Urban growth boundary
Suburbanization
Gentrification (correct)
Urban renewal

How do urban growth boundaries (UGBs) function in urban planning?

They separate urban and rural land uses (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes environmental justice issues related to housing?

Displacement of middle-income individuals due to rising costs (A) Signup and view all the answers

What do mass transit systems typically offer in urban areas?

Efficient transport for large numbers of people (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which certification program promotes eco-friendly building practices?

Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of smart growth principles?

Sustainable urban development (A) Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms with their correct definitions:

Urbanization = The shift of population into towns and cities Sprawl = The spread of low-density urban, suburban, or exurban development Zoning = The practice of classifying different areas for different types of development Gentrification = Transformation of a neighborhood to wealthier people Signup and view all the answers

Match the following concepts with their respective characteristics:

Smart growth = An approach that incorporates various planning strategies New urbanism = Designing neighborhoods on a walkable scale Mass transit = Public transportation systems that move large numbers of passengers Green buildings = Structures designed to minimize ecological footprints Signup and view all the answers

Match the types of natural resources with their descriptions:

Renewable natural resources = Replenished over short periods Nonrenewable natural resources = Formed slowly and available only until depleted Food security = Guarantee of a reliable food supply Farmer’s market = Place where consumers buy local produce and meat Signup and view all the answers

Match the following planning roles with their activities:

City planning/urban planning = Provides advice on development options Regional planners = Work across larger geographic areas Environmental Justice = Addresses housing affordability issues Urban growth boundaries (UGBs) = Designate high-density urban areas from rural ones Signup and view all the answers

Match the following initiatives with their goals:

Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) = Promotes eco-friendly building practices Smart growth = Encourages sustainable urban development New urbanism = Fosters walkable and integrated communities Mass transit = Reduces dependence on road networks Signup and view all the answers

Match the following urban development effects with their descriptions:

Urban heat island effect = Ambient temperatures higher than surrounding areas Sprawl = Expansion of urban areas into the countryside Circular systems = Sustainable resource management similar to natural ecosystems Linear metabolism = Importing resources and exporting waste Signup and view all the answers

Match the following urban challenges with their implications:

Gentrification = Wealthier residents moving into lower-income neighborhoods Urban sprawl = Increased low-density development Environmental Justice = Middle-income displacement from neighborhoods Food security = Issues related to reliable food availability Signup and view all the answers

Match the following components contributing to urban sprawl with their definitions:

Human population growth = Increase in the number of residents in urban areas Per capita land consumption = Average amount of land used per person Vehicle dependency = Reliance on cars for transportation Economic decline = Reduction in economic activity within cities Signup and view all the answers

Match the following transportation options with their benefits:

Bicycling = Offers an alternative to vehicle transit Mass transit = Cheaper and less polluting than personal vehicles Public bike racks = Encourages cycling by providing storage Special cyclist markings = Enhances safety for bike riders at intersections Signup and view all the answers

Match the following sustainability principles with their definitions:

Green buildings = Minimize ecological footprints in construction Smart growth = Integrates various approaches for urban development Urban planning = Involves solutions for development and transportation needs Mass transit = Occupies less space than traditional road networks Signup and view all the answers

Match the following reasons why individuals leave cities for suburbs:

More space = Desire for larger residential areas Cheaper real estate = Lower housing costs compared to urban areas Economic opportunities = Pursuing job prospects in suburban areas Less crime = Seeking safer living environments Signup and view all the answers

Match the following urban development terms with their descriptions:

Suburbs = Smaller communities that ring cities Urban growth boundaries (UGBs) = Lines on a map designating urban areas Sprawl = Low-density development spreading out from urban centers Zoning = Classifying areas for different types of land use Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms related to urban ecology with their meanings:

Ecosystem services = Benefits provided by natural systems Resource sinks = Areas that consume resources but do not produce them Waste recycling = Process of converting waste into reusable material Green technologies = Innovative methods to reduce environmental impact Signup and view all the answers

Match the following impacts of urbanization with their consequences:

Air pollution = Exported from cities affecting distant areas Decreased biodiversity = Loss of natural habitats due to expansion Increased commuting = Longer travel times for suburban residents Economic disparity = Wealth inequality between urban and suburban areas Signup and view all the answers

Match the following environmental challenges with their influence on cities:

Transportation emissions = Pollution from vehicles contributing to air quality issues Urban sprawl = Development leading to less farmland and natural spaces Waste exportation = Transferring pollution costs to other regions Circular economy = Closing resource loops to minimize waste Signup and view all the answers

Match the following urban design concepts with their goals:

Sustainability = Long-term ecological balance and responsibility Smart growth = Creating compact, walkable, and environmentally friendly communities New Urbanism = Promoting people-centered neighborhoods Transit-oriented development = Building communities around public transit hubs Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Urbanization

The movement of people from rural areas to towns and cities.

Suburbs

Smaller communities surrounding cities, with lower population density than cities.