Higher Geo - Glasgow Transport

Which developed world city is mentioned in the learning material for the study of recent urban change?

• New York

• Glasgow

• Tokyo

• Paris

What is the oldest part of Glasgow that has seen the most change in transport?

• The suburbs

• The industrial zone

• The Central Business District (CBD)

• The residential area

What has increased dramatically over the past few decades, leading to increased congestion in Glasgow?

• Public transportation

• Car ownership

• Bicycle usage

• Pedestrian traffic

Why do main roads such as Duke Street lead into Glasgow’s CBD?

• Because it is the shortest route

• Because the CBD contains the most shops, offices, and entertainments

• Because it is the only road available

• Because it is the least congested route

What was the city’s Grid iron street pattern originally designed for?

• Modern traffic

• Bicycles

• Horse and cart

• Pedestrians

What is one of the reasons for increased queuing and congestion in Glasgow’s CBD?

• Wide roads

• Few junctions

• Many junctions

• Efficient traffic lights

What is one of the main reasons for road deterioration and traffic delays?

• Heavy traffic use

• Lack of public transport

• Poor weather conditions

• High fuel prices

How do parked cars affect traffic flow?

• They increase traffic speed

• They narrow the roads and restrict traffic flow

• They provide more parking spaces

• They reduce the number of accidents

What is one of the consequences of many shops in Glasgow's CBD?

• Increased pedestrian traffic

• Lorries making deliveries block the streets

• More parking spaces available

• Reduced traffic lights

What causes delays in traffic due to taxis and buses?

• They follow strict schedules

• They stop frequently

• They have dedicated lanes

• They are always full