AP Human Geography Settlement Patterns Quiz

What are the characteristics of dispersed rural settlement patterns?

• High-rise apartment buildings with no surrounding land

• Densely packed houses with no surrounding land for agriculture

• Clustering of dwellings with no surrounding land used for agriculture

• Widely spaced dwellings with surrounding land used for agriculture

Explain the concept of nucleated rural settlement patterns.

• Buildings clustered around a central point

• Buildings arranged in a straight line

• Buildings arranged in a circular pattern

• Buildings scattered randomly with no central point

Discuss the factors that influence rural settlement patterns.

• Population density, agricultural practices, and industrialization

• Weather patterns, language spoken, and transportation systems

• Physical geography, economic activities, cultural and social factors, government policies, and historical factors

• Religious beliefs, urbanization, and technological advancements

How do urban settlement patterns differ from rural settlement patterns?

• Agricultural practices, transportation, and education

• Climate, natural resources, and language

• Religion, government, and social customs

• Population density, building height, and infrastructure

What are the characteristics of a central business district (CBD) in urban settlement patterns?

• High land values, tall buildings, sparse population, and concentration of industrial activities

• Moderate land values, medium-sized buildings, moderate population, and concentration of agricultural activities

• High land values, tall buildings, dense population, and concentration of commercial and business activities

• Low land values, short buildings, sparse population, and concentration of residential activities

Explain the concept of urban sprawl and its impact on suburban settlement patterns.

• Urban sprawl is the controlled growth of urban areas into surrounding rural lands, leading to the preservation of open space and natural habitats.

• Urban sprawl has no impact on suburban settlement patterns and does not affect traffic congestion or infrastructure costs.

• Urban sprawl is the process of urban areas shrinking and becoming more compact, leading to a decrease in traffic congestion and infrastructure costs.

• The concept of urban sprawl and its impact on suburban settlement patterns is the unrestricted growth of urban areas into surrounding rural lands, leading to the spread of development and the decline of open space. This can cause increased traffic congestion, higher infrastructure costs, and a decrease in natural habitats.

Discuss the factors that contribute to the growth of suburban settlement patterns.

• Population density, industrial development, and cultural diversity

• Weather conditions, local cuisine, and entertainment options

• Transportation infrastructure, economic opportunities, housing availability, and lifestyle preferences

• Proximity to urban areas, access to public transportation, and availability of high-rise buildings

What are the challenges associated with suburban settlement patterns?

• Population growth, infrastructure development, transportation, and land use

• Wildlife conservation, environmental protection, renewable energy, and sustainable development

• Education, healthcare, technology, and social services

• Agricultural practices, climate change, urbanization, and industrialization

How do suburban settlement patterns differ from rural and urban settlement patterns?

• Suburban settlement patterns consist mainly of agricultural land.

• Suburban settlement patterns have higher population density than urban areas.

• Suburban settlement patterns have a mix of residential, commercial, and industrial areas with lower population density.

• Suburban settlement patterns have limited access to amenities and services.

Explain the concept of edge cities and their role in suburban settlement patterns.

• Edge cities are large centers of employment and commerce that shape suburban settlement patterns by attracting businesses and residents away from the central city.

• Edge cities are transportation hubs that have no influence on suburban settlement patterns.

• Edge cities are historical landmarks that have no relevance to suburban settlement patterns.

• Edge cities are small residential areas with no impact on suburban settlement patterns.