1.4.1 Settle Hierarchy | Video: Why cities are where they are

What is the distance between each of the six towns in the Cumberland valley?

• 20 miles

• 5 miles

• 10 miles

• 15 miles

Why were the towns in the Cumberland valley founded approximately 10 miles apart?

• It was a coincidence

• To create a uniform distribution of towns

• To allow for comfortable walking distance for trade

• To accommodate the development of cars

What is the approximate distance a person can comfortably walk in a day?

• 2 miles

• 15 miles

• 5 miles

• 10 miles

Why do larger towns with more specialized shops need to be closer together?

• To accommodate more people

• To cover a larger area

• To attract more tourists

• To be more efficient

How many inhabitants are needed to sustain one Apple store, based on the example provided?

• 1,000,000

• 500,000

• 100,000

• 10,000

What geographic feature has the most influence on the location of cities?

• Forests

• Rivers

• Mountains

• Oceans

Why did early civilizations succeed in Europe and Asia according to the theory mentioned?

• Because of the wide shape of the continents

• Because of the influence of mountains

• Because of the equatorial climate

• Due to the availability of resources

What is the main reason for the higher density of cities in the northern hemisphere?

• Greater land area

• Technological advancements

• More favorable climate

• Historical colonization

Which city is suggested as the single best place for a city on earth based on geographic models?

• Tokyo, Japan

• New York City, USA

• Dhaka, Bangladesh

• London, UK

What is the main advantage of placing a city near a navigable river?

• Protection from natural disasters

• Access to fresh water

• Availability of fish

• Ease of transportation