Urbanisation Flashcards

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1
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What is urbanisation?

A

The process of increasing population in urban areas.

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True or False: Urbanisation only occurs in developed countries.

A

False

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Fill in the blank: Urbanisation often leads to the growth of __________.

A

cities

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4
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What is one major cause of urbanisation?

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Rural to urban migration for better job opportunities.

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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a consequence of urbanisation? A) Increased job opportunities B) Urban sprawl C) Decreased population density

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C) Decreased population density

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Short answer: Name one advantage of urbanisation.

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Access to better services such as education and healthcare.

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What is urban sprawl?

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The uncontrolled expansion of urban areas into the surrounding rural land.

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True or False: Urban areas generally have higher living costs than rural areas.

A

True

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9
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What term describes the movement of people from rural areas to cities?

A

Migration

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10
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Fill in the blank: Urbanisation can lead to increased __________ problems.

A

environmental

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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a challenge of urbanisation? A) Improved infrastructure B) Traffic congestion C) More green spaces

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B) Traffic congestion

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Short answer: How does urbanisation affect the economy?

A

It can stimulate economic growth through increased productivity and job creation.

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13
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What is a megacity?

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A city with a population of over 10 million people.

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14
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True or False: Urbanisation can lead to social inequality.

A

True

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Fill in the blank: The process of urbanisation can result in __________ pollution.

A

air

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16
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a benefit of urbanisation? A) More cultural diversity B) Higher crime rates C) Increased poverty

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A) More cultural diversity

17
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What is infrastructure?

A

The basic physical systems and structures needed for the operation of a society, such as roads, bridges, and utilities.

18
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Short answer: Name one negative impact of urbanisation on the environment.

A

Increased pollution and waste.

19
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True or False: Urbanisation can lead to the development of slums.

20
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Fill in the blank: Urbanisation often results in __________ housing shortages.

21
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Multiple Choice: Which demographic is most likely to migrate to urban areas? A) Retired individuals B) Young adults C) Elderly citizens

A

B) Young adults

22
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What is the urban heat island effect?

A

The phenomenon where urban areas become significantly warmer than their rural surroundings.

23
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Short answer: How can cities mitigate the effects of urbanisation?

A

By implementing sustainable urban planning and green spaces.

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True or False: Urbanisation has no impact on public health.

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Fill in the blank: __________ policies can help manage urbanisation effectively.
Urban planning
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is an effect of urbanisation on transportation? A) Reduced traffic B) Increased public transport options C) More traffic congestion
C) More traffic congestion