Quiz on Megacities

What is the definition of a megacity?

• A city with a population of over 1 million

• A city with a population of over 10 million

• A city with a population of over 100 million

• A city that is the capital of a country

Which of the following is NOT a cause of megacity growth?

• Rural to urban migration

• High birth rates

• Increase in international tourism

• Industrial and economic opportunities

What is one of the main reasons people move to megacities?

• Better educational opportunities

• Cleaner air and environment

• Lower cost of living

• Fewer job opportunities

Which of the following is a common issue in megacities?

• Shortage of shopping malls

• Traffic congestion and pollution

• Abundance of green spaces

• Low population density

What is another issue that megacities face?

• Overcrowding and pressure on housing

• Urban to rural migration

• Too few workers

• Surplus of open land for development

Which of these cities is a megacity?

• London

• Cape Town

• Tokyo

• Canberra

Which of these is NOT a megacity?

• Shanghai

• Los Angeles

• Sydney

• São Paulo

Which continent has the largest number of megacities?

• Africa

• Europe

• Asia

• South America

Which continent is expected to see the most growth in megacities in the future?

• Europe

• North America

• Africa

• South America

Which of these is an example of a megacity in South America?

• Mexico City

• Buenos Aires

• Lagos

• Cairo