BOLTSS
What does the B stand for?
The border on the edges of the map.
What is a push factor?
A reason someone wants to leave their home.
What is a Megacity?
A city with a population exceeding 10 million.
Describe one social consequence of urbanisation.
-Wealth disparity
-Racism/bias against immigrants
-Conflicts between different groups
What is a canadian 1 dollar coin called?
Loonie
What does the T stand for?
Title, describing what is being represented and where.
What is a pull factor?
Something that draws someone to another place.
True or False?
Delhi is a megacity.
True.
Describe one environmental consequence
-Smog
-Pollution to lakes/rivers
-Overgrowth of litter, no place to put garbage
-Increased carbon footprint
Which of these Canadian animals is the most dangerous?
A. Moose
B. Grizzly Bear
C. Canadian Goose
D. Mountain Lion (Cougar)
Grizzly Bear
What does the L Stand for?
Describe one major factor pushing urbanisation.
Political factors, Environmental pressures, Migration trends, Social/infrastructure factors, Economic opportunities, Education opportunities, War/disaster, Population growth
Name 2 Megacities.
New York, Paris, Delhi, Tokyo, Cairo, etc.
Name two opportunities urbanisation creates
-Technology advances
-Cultural diversity
-Better health/education
-Increased amenities
-Better economic opportunities
How many tattoos does Mr. Girden have?
A. 0-10
B. 10-20
C. 20-30
D. 30-40
C. 20-30 (25)
What do both S's stand for?
Scale. The Representation of size/distance in relation to the real world.
Source. Where you collected the information from.
Describe 2 major factors pushing urbanisation. Define each as a push or pull factor.
Political factors, Environmental pressures, Migration trends, Social/infrastructure factors, Economic opportunities, Education opportunities, War/disaster, Population growth
Name 3 Problems that arise from megacities
Housing
Smog/environmental concerns
Wealth disparity
Sewage/water problems
Lack of space
Describe a way urban cities can reduce their environmental footprint
-Compost programs
-Urban gardens
-Vertical farming
-Recycling programs
-Investment in public transport
-Initiatives to reduce emissions
Which genre of music is Mr. Girden's favourite?
-Funk
-Punk
-Classic Rock
-Hip hop
Punk.
A Map includes all of the elements of BOLTSS, except for the L.
Identify the L and what it means, as well as the problem this creates.
L=Legend. Explains what the map is representing and how, symbols, colours, etc.
We do not know what the map is attempting to represent and what information it is trying to communicate, so it is incomplete.
Case Study: Johnny Salami is a single father living in Bundaberg. His house was recently caught up in a major earthquake, leaving him without a home. He has always wanted to pursue a career in acting, and following the disaster decides to move to Sydney where he has more opportunities to pursue this dream.
Which 2 urbanisation factors are causing them to move?
Are they push or pull factors? Why?
Amenities, Job opportunities, Natural disaster.
Both, the earthquake and natural disaster is pushing him away, whilst the job opportunities are pulling him towards Sydney.
Which of these Australian cities is a Megacity?
A. Adelaide
B. Melbourne
C. Sydney
D. Sydney and Perth.
E. Hobart.
F. All of the above.
G. Australia has no megacities.
G. Australia has none.
Case study:
A severe flood hits Biloela, destroying most of the homes. as a result, most of the population moves to Rockhampton, where they do not have the housing nor resources for the influx of migration.
Answer the following:
A. Push or pull factor?
B. What is a possible consequence on Rockhampton as a result?
C. Propose and justify a solution.
A. Push, natural disaster,,
B. Lack of housing, resentment from locals, lack of jobs, negative impact on economy, rise in homelessness, etc.
C. Teacher's discretion.
What is a state called in Canada?
Name one of these.
Province.
Manitoba, BC, Ontario, Quebec, Alberta, PEI, N&L, Saskatchewan, NWT, Yukon, Etc.