Grade 8 Geography Settlements Quiz

What is the purpose of a Central Business District (CBD) in an urban settlement?

• To offer recreational services

• To provide housing for low-income residents

• To serve as the commercial and business center

• To house heavy industries

Which type of industry is typically located closer to residential zones in urban settlements?

• Service industry

• Heavy industry

• Manufacturing industry

• Light industry

What is the main characteristic of high-income residential areas in urban settlements?

• Crowded living spaces

• Informal settlements

• Small houses with no gardens

• Bigger houses with gardens

What are the primary economic activities typically associated with rural settlements?

• Tourism and entertainment

• Manufacturing and technology

• Mining and forestry

• Service industry and finance

What is the difference between site and situation in relation to the growth of a settlement?

• Site is the natural features, while situation is the man-made structures

• Site is the growth potential, while situation is the current state of the settlement

• Site is the accessibility of a settlement, while situation is the availability of natural resources

• Site refers to the location in relation to surroundings, while situation is the actual place of the settlement

What is the process of more of the world's population living in urban areas known as?

• Ruralisation

• Suburbanisation

• Urbanisation

• Industrialisation

What are some pull factors that attract people to urban areas?

• Poor quality of life and overpopulation

• Improved employment opportunities and quality of life

• Natural disasters and lack of infrastructure

• Starvation and lack of education

What was the impact of apartheid on urbanisation in South Africa?

• Separation of families due to pass laws

• Equal distribution of land in urban settlements

• Increased access to urban areas for all population groups

• Forced migration to rural areas

What are some issues associated with the rapid growth of cities due to urbanisation?

• Decreased poverty levels

• Improved infrastructure and services

• Reduced traffic congestion

• Informal settlements and overcrowding

What is the main characteristic of a Business Office Park in terms of location and function?

• Located in CBDs and focused on service industries

• Located in residential areas and focused on heavy industries

• Located in rural settlements and focused on primary activities

• Located in urban areas and focused on tertiary activities