Geography and Settlements Quiz

Geography and Settlements

• The study of places and the relationships between people and their environments is known as geography.
• Urban settlements are also known as cities or towns.

Settlement Classification

• Rural settlements typically have a population range of less than 10,000 people.

Site and Situation

• Site refers to the physical characteristics of a settlement, such as its location, terrain, and natural features.
• Situation refers to the settlement's relationship with its surroundings, including its distance from other settlements, transportation links, and accessibility to resources.

Physical Situation Factors

• Climate, relief, and water supply are all considered physical situation factors for settlements.
• Vegetation is NOT considered a physical situation factor for settlements.

Land Use

• Commercial land use involves land used for business purposes.
• Agricultural land use is related to the growing and harvesting of crops and livestock.
• Residential land use is the category where you would find land used for people's homes.

Population Distribution and Density

• A pattern showing where people live is referred to as a population distribution.
• High population density indicates a high amount of people in a small area, such as a 1km square.
• A clustered population distribution is characterized by big dots clustered in certain areas, indicating a high concentration of people in those areas.

Test your knowledge about geography and settlements with this quiz. Learn about the study of places, the concept of settlements, and the characteristics of urban settlements or cities.