North-South Divide and Socio-Economic Factors

The video explores the North-South divide in the UK, highlighting socio-economic and cultural differences. It explains the geographical line of the divide and presents evidence of inequalities in health, income, and employment. The video also discusses the causes of the divide, including de-industrialization, globalization, and government spending.

What does the term 'socio-economic' refer to in the context of the North-South divide?

• Geographical features

• Cultural traditions

• People and money

• Political boundaries

According to Professor Danny Dawling's research, where does the North-South divide line start?

• In Birmingham

• South of Grimsby

• North of Grimsby

• In London

Which region in the UK has a higher life expectancy according to the health indicators discussed?

• The South

• The North

• Scotland

• The Midlands

What percentage of adults in London are considered overweight?

• 50%

• 75%

• 68%

• 57.3%

Which area in the UK has the highest amount of disposable income?

• London

• Yorkshire

• The North East

• The West Midlands

What is the unemployment rate trend in the North compared to the South?

• Higher in the South

• Higher in the North

• Equal in both regions

• Higher in Scotland

Which factor is NOT mentioned as a cause of the North-South divide?

• De-industrialization

• Globalization

• Climate change

• Government spending

How has globalization specifically benefited London?

• By improving public transport

• By reducing housing costs

• By making it a global business hub

• By increasing agricultural output

What is the average government spending per person in London?

• Less than £7,000

• Exactly £8,000

• Around £5,000

• More than £9,000

Which historical factor contributed to the North-South divide by causing unemployment in the North?

• Privatization

• Urbanization

• De-industrialization

• Industrialization