Worksheet Solutions: Human Settlements and Transport and Communication | Footprints Class 7: Book Solutions, Notes & Worksheets PDF Download

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

Q1: A settlement defined as an organized group of human habitation is known as:
(a) A city
(b) A metropolis
(c) A settlement
(d) A village
Ans: (c) A settlement
A settlement is any organized group of human habitation. This is a basic definition and applies universally, making C the
correct answer.

Q2: Which factor is NOT considered important in the choice of location for a settlement?
(a) Color of the soil
(b) Availability of water
(c) Topography of the region
(d) Favourable climate
Ans: (a) Color of the soil
Factors like the topography of the region, availability of water, and favourable climate are crucial in deciding where to establish a settlement. The color of the soil, while it might affect agricultural practices, does not directly influence the initial choice of settlement location, making A the correct answer.

Q3: Circular settlements typically develop around:
(a) Mountains
(b) Forests
(c) Water bodies
(d) Deserts
Ans: (c) Water bodies
Circular settlements form in a shape that surrounds a central feature, often a water body, which is essential for life and agriculture. Therefore, C is the correct answer.

Q4: Urban settlements are characterized by all of the following EXCEPT:
(a) High population density
(b) Primary activities like agriculture
(c) Ample services and amenities
(d) Use of modern building materials
Ans: (b) Primary activities like agriculture
Urban settlements are known for secondary and tertiary activities like industries and services. Agriculture (a primary activity) is not characteristic of urban areas, making B the correct answer.

Q5: Which type of transport is NOT one of the four major forms mentioned?
(a) Roadways
(b) Railways
(c) Spaceways
(d) Airways
Ans: (c) Spaceways
The text mentions roadways, railways, waterways, and airways as the four major forms of transport, making spaceways an incorrect option, hence C is the correct answer.

Fill in the Blanks

Q1: ______ settlements develop along a linear feature such as a river or road.
Ans: Linear settlements
Linear settlements are elongated and develop along linear features, fulfilling the blank with "Linear settlements".

Q2: The main economic activity in rural settlements is based on ______.
Ans: Primary activity
Rural settlements mainly engage in primary activities such as agriculture, making "Primary activity" the correct answer.

Q3: ______ towns are centers of administration and governance.
Ans: Administrative towns
Administrative towns serve as centers for governance, fitting "Administrative towns" as the answer.

Q4: Roads that provide door-to-door flexibility and act as a feeder to all other forms of transport are known as ______.
Ans: Roadways
Roadways offer flexibility and connectivity, making them vital for transport and feeder services, hence "Roadways" is the correct answer.

Q5: Efficient communication systems are fundamental to ______ civilization.
Ans: Advanced human
An efficient communication system supports the foundation of advanced human civilization, making "Advanced human" the correct answer.

Match the Column (In a Table)

Ans:

• A - (ii)
• B - (iv)
• C - (iii)
• D - (i)

True/False

Q1: Settlements can only be permanent.
Ans: False.
Settlements can be temporary or permanent.

Q2: Urban settlements have a low density of population.
Ans: False.
Urban settlements are characterized by high population density.

Q3: Dispersed settlements are commonly found in accessible urban areas.
Ans: False.
Dispersed settlements are commonly found in forested regions, hilly areas, deserts, or areas that are not easily accessible.

Q4: Air transport can quickly move people and freight over long distances.
Ans: True.

Q5: Personal communication cannot take place through telephones or emails.
Ans: False.
Personal communication can take place through letters, telephones, emails, fax, or cellular phones.