Urbanisation
the process of people moving from rural areas to urban is known as
Urbanisation
Which of the following is a pull factor for urban migration?
a) Natural disasters
b) Lack of healthcare
c) Job opportunities
d) Poor infrastructure
Answer: c) Job opportunities
True or False - Pull factors are reasons people leave rural areas.
Answer: False
Urbanisation always leads to better living conditions.
Answer: False
What is one environmental impact of rapid urbanisation?
a) Increased biodiversity
b) Deforestation
c) Improved air quality
d) More green spaces
b - Deforestation
Which of the following best describes a rural area?
a) High population density
b) Skyscrapers and shopping malls
c) Farming and open land
d) Industrial zones
c) Farming and open land
Cities with more than 10 million people are known as
Megacities
What is a social impact of urbanisation?
a) Soil erosion
b) Traffic emissions
c) Access to hospitals and schools
d) Air pollution
Answer: c) Access to hospitals and schools
Urbanisation can lead to increased job opportunities but also higher living costs. Are these social, environmental or economic impacts?
Economic
Name two push factors that might cause someone to leave a rural area.
Lack of jobs, poor healthcare