Representation Of Place Flashcards
1
Q
What is representation?
A
Any means of communication by which people tell each other about a place
2
Q
Give the 2 ways in which place is represented?
A
- Formal representations are objective (Facts)
- Informal representations are subjective (Opinions)
3
Q
Give 4 examples of formal representation
A
- Census
- Education
- Geospatiality
- Maps
4
Q
Give 5 examples of informal representation
A
- Social media
- Photography
- Fictional TV programmes
- Art and literature
- Music
5
Q
Informal and formal representations contrast due to…
A
- Different target audiences
- Different aims
- Different authors
- Objectivity
6
Q
Why do representations matter?
A
- Effects the economy of a place through tourism
- Investment from TNCs based on perceptions
- Philanthropy could be lowered due to corruption
7
Q
How is Africa represented?
A
As ‘dark continent’
Nothing but extreme poverty, constant famine, drought, disease, war, no resources and lack of education
NOT TRUE
