Urbanization and the Future of Cities

What percentage of people in the world currently live in an urban area?

• 70%

• 20%

• 40%

• 50%

By mid-century, what percentage of people is predicted to live in an urban area?

• 70%

• 60%

• 50%

• 40%

How many people lived in a city 100 years ago out of every ten people?

• 4

• 2

• 8

• 6

What development led to the establishment of semi-permanent villages for the first time in history?

• Permanent settlements

• Selective breeding

• Early agricultural techniques

• Hunter-gatherer lifestyle

What techniques allowed people to rely on a steady and long-term supply of food?

• Permanent settlements

• Hunter-gatherer lifestyle

• Selective breeding and early agricultural techniques

• Irrigation and soil tilling

What surplus produced by cities allowed the development of commerce and interaction over longer distances?

• Goods

• Tools

• Food

• Crafts

What technologies facilitated trade and interaction between cities?

• Permanent settlements

• Irrigation and soil tilling

• Carts, ships, roads, and ports

• Selective breeding and early agricultural techniques

What was one reason for the high population densities of cities in 2000 B.C.?

• Lack of walls

• Large land areas

• Abundance of clean water sources

• Widespread transportation

When did modern cities as we know them get their start?

• 10,000 years ago

• 5,000 years ago

• 2000 B.C.

• Industrial Revolution