OCR B: Urban Futures: Case Study: London

Select all of the correct statements

• London in the capital of the UK

• London is a megacity

• London has a population of over 8 million people

• London is located in the southeast of England

In which ways in London internationally important?

• London is the financial capital of the UK

• Approximately 22% of the UK’s income comes from London

• There are more foreign banks in London than anywhere else in the world

• It is classed as ‘world city’ meaning it is one of the world’s most important cities for the global economy

In which ways in London nationally important?

• London is the capital city for the United Kingdom

• Approximately 22% of the UK’s income comes from London

• London contains some of the top renowned universities

• London is the centre of the UK’s transport system for road, rail, shipping and air links

Where do most on the national (internal) migrant to London originate from?

• South

• North and northwest

• West

• Southeast

What % of those living in London were born abroad?

• 25%

• 33%

• 37%

• 43%

Which age range takes up the highest % of London's population?

• Young dependants (0-15)

• Economically active (16-65)

• Elderly dependants (66+)

How many world heritage sites can be found in London?

• 2

• 3

• 4

• 5

How many national museums can be found in London?

• 8

• 9

• 10

• 11

What is meant by the word culture?

• Someone's heritage

• The way of life you lead

• The ideas, customs, and social behaviour of a particular people or society

• How groups of people of different backgrounds come together

Select all statements that are true

• The Notting Hill Carnival celebrates the diverse cultures and ethnicities within London

• Notting Hill Carnival is Europe's biggest street festival

• Notting Hill Carnival attracts 1 million people every year

• Notting Hill Carnival lasts an entire week