Urban Geography & City Systems

Multiple Choice

How did the Industrial Revolution contribute to the growth of urban areas?

• It led to the decline of cities

• It caused people to move back to rural areas

• It accelerated growth by concentrating factories, jobs, and services in cities

• It made agriculture the main occupation in cities

Multiple Select

Which of the following are key factors that influence where cities are located?

• Site characteristics such as water access and soil

• Situation factors like proximity to trade routes

• Climate only

• Both site and situation factors

Fill in the Blank

A city’s function often determines the location of its ___ networks, such as roads, rail, or airports.

Open Ended

Describe how land-use patterns in cities reflect the needs and activities of urban populations.