Unit 6 Part 1 Review

A central city is:

• a city that is the focal point of a region

• a city located at the geographical center of a country

• a city with the largest population in a country

• a city with the most historical landmarks

Define a metropolitan area according to the U.S. Bureau of the Census.

• A metropolitan area is a region that consists of a densely populated urban core and its less-populated surrounding territories, sharing industry, infrastructure, and housing.

• A metropolitan area is a rural region with a low population density and limited infrastructure.

• A metropolitan area is a small town with a single industry and minimal housing.

• A metropolitan area is a coastal region with a focus on tourism and fishing.

What is the core of the city where many services cluster called?

• Central Business District (CBD).

• Residential Area

• Industrial Zone

• Suburban Area

True or False: The central business district (CBD) is usually near the original site of settlement.

• True

• False

Public services in CBDs are typically located in:

• residential areas

• commercial buildings

• government buildings

• industrial zones

How have changing shopping habits and residential patterns affected retail services in the CBD?

• They have led to a decline in foot traffic and sales.

• They have increased the demand for luxury retail services.

• They have had no significant impact on retail services.

• They have resulted in more retail services opening in the CBD.

Specialized retailers and those serving downtown workers still remain in the CBD.

• True

• False

Fill in the blank: A CBD's accessibility produces extreme competition for the ________ available land.

• limited

• abundant

• cheap

• expensive

What has replaced derelict warehouses and rotting piers in CBDs?

• Modern office buildings

• Shopping malls

• Residential apartments

• Parks and recreational areas

Many people moved to suburbs pulled by the offer of larger homes with private yards and modern schools.

• True

• False