 |  Urbanisation 34 Flashcards |  Start |
 | 1 / 34 What percentage of the global population was projected to live in urban areas by 2030?
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| 2 / 34 60%
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| 3 / 34 Fill in the blank: Urbanisation is closely tied to ______ and industrialisation.
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| 4 / 34 Modernisation
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| 5 / 34 True or False: Urbanisation has always been more common in economically developed countries since 1900.
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| 6 / 34 False. Before 1950, urbanisation was more common in more economically developed countries (MEDCs), but since then, it has slowed in MEDCs.
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| 7 / 34 Riddle: I am a place where many come for jobs and better living standards, but I may also have slums and overcrowding. What am I?
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| 8 / 34 A city
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| 9 / 34 Which of the following is NOT a positive impact of urbanisation? A) Job creation B) Development of slums C) Better educational facilities D) Improved transport systems
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| 10 / 34 B) Development of slums
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| 11 / 34 Fill in the blank: Overpopulation strains ______ systems in cities, leading to sanitation issues.
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| 12 / 34 Sewage
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| 13 / 34 True or False: The main cause of rural-urban migration is the availability of agricultural jobs.
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| 14 / 34 False. The main cause of rural-urban migration is the availability of job opportunities in cities.
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| 15 / 34 What is the main purpose of satellite cities?
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| 16 / 34 To reduce congestion in main cities by providing affordable housing and job opportunities.
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| 17 / 34 Fill in the blank: Smart cities use ______ technology to manage city services and infrastructure.
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| 18 / 34 Information and communication
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| 19 / 34 Riddle: I'm a city that integrates technology to improve life, but my focus may not always be on the environment. What am I?
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| 20 / 34 A smart city
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| 21 / 34 Which of the following factors drives urbanisation? A) Limited job opportunities B) Better living standards C) Declining population D) Agricultural dependency
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| 22 / 34 B) Better living standards
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| 23 / 34 Fill in the blank: Urban areas have advanced ______, better infrastructure, and improved medical facilities.
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| 24 / 34 Technology
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| 25 / 34 True or False: Urban crime rates are typically lower than those in rural areas.
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| 26 / 34 False. Urban crime rates are often higher due to factors like overcrowding and unemployment.
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| 27 / 34 What is one major environmental impact of urbanisation?
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| 28 / 34 Destruction of natural habitats
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| 29 / 34 Fill in the blank: Cities often experience ______, leading to poor air quality due to emissions from factories and vehicles.
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| 30 / 34 Pollution
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| 31 / 34 Riddle: I support both the rich and the poor, but my growth can lead to slums and crime. What am I?
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| 32 / 34 A city
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| 33 / 34 What is the goal of managing urbanisation effectively?
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| 34 / 34 To minimize negative impacts while promoting sustainable development and improving living conditions.
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