Cities are putting their focus on biking and walking / TED ED

What are the main advantages and disadvantages of living in a city compared to living in a rural area?
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"Some cities are putting their focus on biking and walking — not cars"

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In 1800,  ten percent of humans were city dwellers.

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• False

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Currently, there are 34 megacities on the planet.

• True

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Urban residency is expected to rise to 80 percent in the next 30 years.

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• False

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Cities globally are focusing on improving residents' quality of life and reducing carbon emissions.

• True

• False

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15-minute cities and complete neighborhoods are urban design strategies that do not prioritize walking or biking.

• True

• False

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Cities like New York City, Paris, and Copenhagen are not known for their people-friendly layouts.

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• False

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Bogotá is reducing emissions through buses and bicycles.

• True

• False

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Taipei is known as "the car kingdom" and does not prioritize cycling.

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• False

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• What is your favorite mode of transportation in the city?

• Have you ever visited a city with a lot of traffic jam?

• Do you prefer walking, biking, or driving in the city?

• How do you think cities can encourage more people to ride bikes?

• What do you think makes a city more livable for its residents?

• Do you live in a city or in the countryside?

• How do people get around in your city?

• What are some ways cities can reduce air pollution?

• Have you ever ridden a bike in the city?

• Do you think it's important for cities to have parks and green spaces?

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