Vocabulary
a community near a city
suburban community
What usually surrounds a rural community?
farms and open land
Austin has a population of more than 500,000. It is the largest community in the county.
Urban
How is an urban community different from a rural community?
Ex: Urban communities have a larger population.
a community in a city
urban community
What kind of community has the largest population in an area?
Urban community
Suburban
They take public transportation like the "El" train.
a community in the countryside
rural community
How do people get around in an urban community?
buses and trains
In the countryside, over 10 miles from Austin is Bee Cave. Its population is fewer than 700.
Rural
Why are trains important in urban communities?
They help people get to work and other places in the city.
the number of people living in an area
population
What is the main reason people form communities?
to feel safe and comfortable
Urban
How can a rural community become a suburban community?
More houses are built and more people move in. Other places like stores, schools, and parks are also built for the community
the moving of goods or people
transportation
What did William Levitt include in his community plan for Levittown?
Schools, parks, and stores
What kind of community is Levittown?
Suburban
How is NYC like Tokyo? What do they have in common?
They both have a large population. They both have public transportation. They both have fun places to go like museums, zoos, and theaters.