Topic 6.11 Quiz

What is the primary focus of the ultimate review packet mentioned in the introduction?

• To prepare students for their final exams in high school

• To provide a summary of urban sustainability challenges

• To discuss the impacts of climate change on urban areas

• To offer exclusive videos and study guides for AP human geography

What is urban sprawl primarily characterized by?

• Decreased use of public transportation

• Expansion of urban areas into the countryside

• Reduction in greenhouse gas emissions

• Increased biodiversity in urban areas

How does urban sprawl affect the environment?

• By increasing the ecological footprint of cities

• By enhancing local biodiversity

• By promoting sustainable agricultural practices

• By reducing the need for automobiles

What impact does urban sprawl have on public services?

• Decreases the cost of maintaining infrastructure

• Forces governments to take on more debt

• Increases the efficiency of public services

• Leads to a reduction in taxes

What was a consequence of the 2022 heat wave in California?

• Strain on the electrical grid

• Mandatory rolling blackouts

• Improved air quality

• Decreased energy demands

What is a major challenge for cities experiencing rapid urbanization?

• Decreased energy consumption

• Lower greenhouse gas emissions

• Increased demand on local sewage systems

• Improved sanitation services

What strategy can cities use to combat urban sprawl?

• Reducing the number of green spaces

• Encouraging the use of personal vehicles

• Implementing growth boundaries

• Decreasing public transportation options

What is the purpose of urban growth boundaries?

• To increase the city's ecological footprint

• To decrease the city's population density

• To promote infill development

• To expand urban sprawl

How do smart growth policies help urban sustainability?

• By limiting urban sprawl

• By reducing the reliance on public transportation

• By promoting the expansion of cities

• By increasing the use of non-renewable resources

What role do green belts play in urban planning?

• They promote the use of automobiles

• They restrict the expansion of urban areas

• They encourage the development of industrial areas

• They decrease the city's ecological footprint