1GB1 4a.6 - Risk Averse

What are some human activities that contribute to the creation of distinctive landscapes in the UK?

• Mining, Fishing, Tourism

• Agriculture, Forestry, Settlement

• Manufacturing, Trade, Education

• Transportation, Communication, Technology

What is one reason why settlements have been built in certain areas?

• To preserve the original forest cover

• To increase the number of wild areas

• To change land-use to urban or farmland environments

• To decrease population density

How does deforestation affect river flooding?

• It decreases the chances of flooding

• It has no effect on flooding

• It increases the chances of river flooding

• It prevents river flooding

What is one method used to manage coastlines and rivers?

• Increasing natural areas

• Using a mixture of engineering strategies

• Removing all settlements

• Allowing unrestricted building

Why might longer coastlines have more areas at risk?

• They are less attractive to retirees

• They have fewer river estuaries

• They are often low lying

• They have more urban development

What is a common consequence of urban sprawl on natural landscapes?

• Increased biodiversity

• Loss of agricultural land

• Improved air quality

• Enhanced water conservation

Which factor is most likely to influence the location of a new settlement?

• Proximity to a water source

• Availability of high-speed internet

• Presence of historical landmarks

• Number of existing schools

How can human activities lead to soil erosion in rural areas?

• By planting more trees

• Through overgrazing by livestock

• By constructing windbreaks

• Through the use of organic farming methods