5.2 APHG 5.2

Front

What does a clustered settlement pattern indicate?

Back

Houses and farms are packed closely together

Front

What is a characteristic of dispersed settlement patterns?

Back

Significant space between settlements

Front

Linear settlement patterns are often developed along what?

Back

Rivers or roads

Front

Which survey method divides land into narrow parcels with access to transportation?

Back

Long lot

Front

What is the main characteristic of the township and range survey method?

Back

It is based on longitude and latitude to create a grid system

Front

Which area in the United States predominantly uses the meets and bounds survey method?

Back

The East Coast

Front

What is a benefit of the township and range survey method?

Back

It allows for easy identification and management of land

Front

Why might clustered settlements have higher population densities?

Back

Because houses and farms are packed closely together

Front

What does the presence of dispersed farms in the Midwest of the United States allow?

Back

Farms to utilize their land more effectively

Front

Which survey method is more frequently used on the east coast of the United States? Options: Grid system, Township and range, Meets and bounds, Long lot

Back

Meets and bounds