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What is the period when urbanization in the Caribbean began?
What is the period when urbanization in the Caribbean began?
- Early 20th century
- 15th and 16th century
- 18th and 19th century
- 1940s and 50s (correct)
What was the primary purpose of establishing urban centers in the Caribbean during the 15th and 16th centuries?
What was the primary purpose of establishing urban centers in the Caribbean during the 15th and 16th centuries?
- Agricultural centers
- Cultural and religious centers
- Industrial production hubs
- Ports of administrative and commercial control (correct)
What drove the urbanization in the Caribbean during its early history?
What drove the urbanization in the Caribbean during its early history?
- Agricultural expansion
- Industrial capitalism
- Needs of mercantilism (correct)
- Cultural exchange
What does the UN report about the urbanization in the Caribbean in comparison to other developing regions?
What does the UN report about the urbanization in the Caribbean in comparison to other developing regions?
What was the primary function of Caribbean towns historically?
What was the primary function of Caribbean towns historically?
What was the primary economic system driving the establishment of urban centers in the Caribbean during the 15th and 16th centuries?
What was the primary economic system driving the establishment of urban centers in the Caribbean during the 15th and 16th centuries?
During which period did urbanization in the Caribbean begin?
During which period did urbanization in the Caribbean begin?
What is the status of urbanization in the Caribbean compared to other developing regions, according to the UN?
What is the status of urbanization in the Caribbean compared to other developing regions, according to the UN?
What were the original functions of urban centers in the Caribbean during their establishment?
What were the original functions of urban centers in the Caribbean during their establishment?
What was the primary focus of Caribbean towns historically?
What was the primary focus of Caribbean towns historically?
