Self Review: Urban land use in Hong Kong

1. Identify the type of land use in the photo below.

• A. Recreational

• B. Institutional

• C. Transports

• D. Commercial

Which of the following about urban land use in Hong Kong in NOT correct?

• A. Mainly on both sides of Victoria Harbour

• B. Many tall buildings

• C. Most of the new towns are found on both sides of Victoria Harbour

• D. Mainly residential land use

Which of the following is the characteristic of middle-income residential areas of Hong Kong?

• A. They are mainly private housing estates.

• B. They are located in highland that can enjoy scenic view.

• C. They have a low density of development.

• D. They are close to industrial areas.

Which of the following about the industrial areas of Hong Kong are correct?

(1) In the 1970s, industrial activities were mainly found in multi-storey factory buildings in the new towns.

(2) The Cyberport provides land for the development of high-technology industries.

(3) Industrial estates provides land for industries that need larger space.

• A. (1) and (2) only

• B. (1) and (3) only

• C. (2) and (3) only

• D. (1), (2) and (3)

Why were industrial areas close to residential areas in the early days?

(1) Easy to employ workers

(2) Convenient to load and unload goods

(3) A good market for their products

• A. (1) only

• B. (1) and (2)

• C. (2) and (3)

• D. (1), (2) and (3)