Population Density and Life in the Northeast

Smoke from cars, factories, and homes can create air__________.

• megalopolis

• freshness

• population density

• pollution

A "great city" consisting of a string of towns can cities where people live is called a(n) _______________.

• pollution

• megalopolis

• New York City

• population density

The measure of the average number of people living in one area is called ______________.

• megalopolis

• close proximity

• population density

• pollution

Which of the following would you be most likely to find in rural areas?

• tourism

• the arts

• farming

• skyscrapers

Where are you most likely to find large apartment buildings?

• big cities

• rural areas

• small towns

• suburbs

The megalopolis called "Boswash" is _________.

• A single large city

• a densely populated area

• an area with few people

• A few small towns

Which of the following would cause land pollution?

• throwing away trash

• driving a car

• spilling oil in water

• riding a bike to school

Population density affects_________.

• where people live.

• what people do for fun.

• how people get around.

• all of the above

Air and water pollution are caused by _____________.

• Things people do

• low population density

• apartment living

• pests carrying diseases

What attracts visitors to New York City?

• skiing, hiking, and fishing

• small-town friendliness

• many things to do for fun

• low population density