Challenges to Urban Environments (Edexcel IGCSE Geography)

Exam Questions

28 mins9 questions
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What is meant by the term shanty town?

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Define the term segregation.

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33 marks

Study Figure 3b below.

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Explain how one factor affects quality of life. 

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Study Figure 3a below.

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Explain one piece of evidence that shows this urban area has transport challenges.

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State one environmental issue associated with the rapid growth of megacities.

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Study Figure 3b.

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Explain one reason for the differences in quality of life shown.

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Explain the improvements taking place in shanty towns in LIC cities.

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What is meant by the term land value?

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(ii)

Outline two reasons why land values vary within urban areas.

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Explain two reasons why urban land use patterns vary.

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