Worksheet: The World Population | Geography Class 12 - Humanities/Arts PDF Download

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Q1: Population distribution is not uniform across the world. Approximately ______% of the global population resides in only 10% of its land area.

Q2: The density of population is calculated as ______.

Q3: Cities offer better employment opportunities, educational facilities, and improved means of transport, leading to ______.

Q4: The crude birth rate (CBR) is calculated as ______.

Q5: Population growth or change refers to the increase or decrease in the number of inhabitants in a particular area during a specific period of time.

Q6: During the first stage of demographic transition, both birth and death rates are ______.

Q7: Family planning can help reduce unintended pregnancies, unsafe abortions, and ______.

Q8: ______ is a crucial factor in determining human settlement patterns, as people tend to live in areas where fresh water is easily accessible.

Q9: Migration has significant impacts on both the place of origin and destination, including an increase in ______ in the destination area.

Q10: The global population grew from 5 billion to 6 billion in just ______ years, indicating rapid population increase.

Assertion and Reason Based

Q1: Assertion: Population growth in developing countries is faster than in developed nations.
Reason: Economic development and population growth are positively correlated.
(a) Both Assertion and Reason are true and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.
(b) Both Assertion and Reason are true, but Reason is not the correct explanation of Assertion.
(c) Assertion is true, but Reason is false.
(d) Both Assertion and Reason are false.

Q2: Assertion: Urban areas tend to have higher population densities compared to rural areas.
Reason: Urban areas offer better employment opportunities and amenities.
(a) Both Assertion and Reason are true and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.
(b) Both Assertion and Reason are true, but Reason is not the correct explanation of Assertion.
(c) Assertion is true, but Reason is false.
(d) Both Assertion and Reason are false.

Q3: Assertion: Family planning can help control population growth and improve women's health.
Reason: Availability of family planning services reduces infant mortality rates.
(a) Both Assertion and Reason are true and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.
(b) Both Assertion and Reason are true, but Reason is not the correct explanation of Assertion.
(c) Assertion is true, but Reason is false.
(d) Both Assertion and Reason are false.

Q4: Assertion: Population decline can lead to social, economic, and environmental problems.
Reason: Population decline is always a result of migration patterns.
(a) Both Assertion and Reason are true and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.
(b) Both Assertion and Reason are true, but Reason is not the correct explanation of Assertion.
(c) Assertion is true, but Reason is false.
(d) Both Assertion and Reason are false.

Q5: Assertion: Industrialization and urbanization lead to higher population growth.
Reason: Cities offer better job opportunities and facilities, attracting people from rural areas.
(a) Both Assertion and Reason are true and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.
(b) Both Assertion and Reason are true, but Reason is not the correct explanation of Assertion.
(c) Assertion is true, but Reason is false.
(d) Both Assertion and Reason are false.

Very Short Answer Type Questions

Q1: What does the density of population measure?

Q2: Name one geographical factor influencing human settlement patterns.

Q3: What is the crude birth rate (CBR) formula?

Q4: What does the Demographic Transition theory explain?

Q5: What is one impact of migration on the place of origin?

Q6: What is the primary reason for the uneven distribution of the world's population?

Q7: Name one factor influencing migration other than economic reasons.

Q8: What does the actual growth of population take into account?

Q9: What is family planning?

Q10: What are the factors considered in the Demographic Transition theory?

Short Answer Type Questions

Q1: Explain the impact of migration on the destination area.

Q2: Describe the factors influencing population distribution based on geographical factors.

Q3: Discuss the components of population change.

Q4: Explain the reasons for implementing family planning measures.

Q5: Discuss the impact of population growth exceeding available resources.

Q6: Describe the stages of the Demographic Transition theory.

Q7: Explain the role of industrialization in settlement patterns.

Q8: Discuss the impact of population decline on society and resources.

Long Answer Type Questions

Q1: Explain the demographic transition theory and its relevance to different stages of economic and social development.

Q2: Discuss the impact of population growth on the environment and available resources.

Q3: Explain the role of family planning in population control and its benefits for individuals and society.

Q4: Discuss the challenges and opportunities associated with migration and its impact on both origin and destination areas.