Urban Geography: Master the Study of Cities and Urban Environments

Question 1

Which urban theory places emphasis on the influence of social and economic networks in shaping urban form?

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Social Network Theory

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Concentric zone model

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Sector model

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Multiple nuclei model

Question 2

What is the fundamental difference between planned and organic cities?

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Planned cities have a structured street grid, while organic cities have irregular street patterns.

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Planned cities are generally older than organic cities.

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Organic cities are more common in developed countries, while planned cities are more common in developing countries.

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Planned cities have centralized governance, while organic cities do not.

Question 3

What is the term used to describe the movement of individuals from rural areas to urban areas?

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Urbanization

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Suburbanization

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Exurbanization

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Counterurbanization

Question 4

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of global cities?

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Significant ethnic diversity

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High concentration of corporate headquarters

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Serves as a major transportation hub

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Influence on a global scale

Question 5

Urban sprawl is characterized by:

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The rapid expansion of cities into surrounding areas

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Efforts to revitalize and densify inner-city neighborhoods

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The concentration of economic activity in central business districts

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The creation of more green spaces within urban areas

Question 6

A 'push' factor for rural-to-urban migration is:

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Lack of employment opportunities and economic growth in rural areas

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Attraction to better education, healthcare, and amenities in urban centers

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Improved infrastructure and living conditions in rural communities

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Natural disasters or environmental degradation in rural areas

Question 7

The term 'informal settlements' refers to:

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Unplanned and unauthorized settlements with inadequate living conditions

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Government-recognized housing developments with basic services

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Historic neighborhoods protected for their cultural significance

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Luxury residential areas with high-end amenities

Question 8

Which of the following is not a defining characteristic of urban areas?

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Expansive green spaces

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Dense population

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Diversified land use

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Economic specialization

Question 9

According to Burgess's concentric zone model, which zone typically contains single-family homes and low-density development?

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Residential suburbs

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Central business district

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Industrial zone

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Rural-urban fringe

Question 10

Which theory suggests that urban growth occurs through the spread of innovations from cities to rural areas?

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Diffusion theory

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Concentric zone theory

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Sector theory

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Central place theory

Question 11

Urban sprawl refers to:

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Uncontrolled expansion of urban development into rural areas

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Increased density of development within existing urban areas

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Renaturalization of abandoned urban areas

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Development of new cities outside existing metropolitan areas

Question 12

Which of the following is not a characteristic of the Burgess concentric zone model of urban structure?

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A commuter zone lying outside the city limits

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High-income residential areas located near the city center

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Industrial areas located on the periphery of the city

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A zone of transition characterized by mixed land uses

Question 13

Which of the following is a sustainable urban planning approach?

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Promoting public transportation systems

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Encouraging the construction of high-rise buildings

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Allowing unrestricted urban expansion

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Prioritizing car ownership

Question 14

What is the term used to describe the process of rural areas becoming more urbanized?

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Peri-urbanization

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Urban sprawl

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Suburbanization

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Gentrification

Question 15

The concept of the 'urban field' refers to:

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The zone of influence exerted by a city over the surrounding region.

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The physical boundaries of a city.

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The distribution of population within a city.

Question 16

Which of the following is a primary factor driving urban growth globally?

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Rural-to-urban migration

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Political stability

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Environmental degradation

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Economic decline

Question 17

Which of the following is a major challenge facing urban areas in the 21st century?

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Climate change

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Mass unemployment

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Colonialism

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Industrial decline

Question 18

The concept of 'gentrification' refers to:

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The displacement of low-income residents by higher-income ones in urban neighborhoods.

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The relocation of businesses from urban to rural areas.

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The development of new urban areas on the outskirts of cities.

Question 19

Which of the following is a principle of sustainable urban development?

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Compact and walkable urban design

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Urban sprawl

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High-rise construction

Question 20

The concept of 'smart cities' involves:

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The integration of technology to enhance urban infrastructure and services.

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The creation of self-sufficient urban communities.

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The reduction of urban population growth.

Question 21

Which of the following is a key distinction between a 'megacity' and a 'global city'?

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A global city has a disproportionate influence in the global economy and culture.

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A global city is located in a developed country.

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A megacity has a population of over 10 million people.

Question 22

The 'informal sector' in urban areas typically refers to:

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Economic activities that are not regulated or recognized by the government.

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Industries that are heavily subsidized by the government.

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Businesses that are owned by foreign investors.