Term 2 Flashcards
Test (45 cards)
What is the capital city of Japan?
Tokyo
Which country is known as the Land of the Rising Sun?
Japan
What is urbanization?
The process by which an increasing percentage of a population lives in cities.
True or False: Urbanization only occurs in developed countries.
False
Fill in the blank: Urbanization can lead to increased ________ in cities.
population density
What is one major impact of urbanization on the environment?
Increased pollution
Which Asian country has the city of Shanghai?
China
What is the capital of South Korea?
Seoul
Name one major effect of urbanization on social structures.
Changes in family dynamics
What is the capital of Thailand?
Bangkok
True or False: Urbanization can lead to improved infrastructure.
True
What is a common challenge faced by rapidly urbanizing cities?
Housing shortages
Which city is known as the financial hub of Asia?
Hong Kong
Fill in the blank: Urbanization often results in the growth of ________ areas.
suburban
What is the capital of India?
New Delhi
What major river flows through Bangladesh and India?
The Ganges River
Name a consequence of urbanization on local ecosystems.
Habitat destruction
What is the capital of Vietnam?
Hanoi
True or False: Urbanization typically leads to a decrease in job opportunities.
False
What is a megacity?
A city with a population of over 10 million people.
Which Asian city is the most populous?
Tokyo
What is one potential positive outcome of urbanization?
Economic growth
Fill in the blank: Urbanization can lead to increased ________ inequality.
economic
What is the capital of Indonesia?
Jakarta