Quiz on Settlements and Land Use

Which of the following best describes a dispersed settlement pattern?

• Houses are built close together in a small area

• Houses are spread out over a large area

• Houses are arranged in a straight line along a road

• Houses are built around a central point

What type of settlement pattern is characterized by houses built along a single road?

• Clustered

• Linear

• Dispersed

• Random

In a mountainous region, what type of settlement pattern is most commonly found?

• Clustered

• Linear

• Dispersed

• Urban

How does climate impact the type of crops grown in a settlement?

• It determines the soil type

• It affects the availability of water

• It influences the transportation methods

• It has no impact on agriculture

Which of the following is a characteristic of urban settlements?

• Low population density

• Limited access to services

• High availability of jobs and services

• Predominantly agricultural activities

What is a common reason for the formation of clustered settlements?

• To maximize agricultural land use

• To facilitate trade and social interaction

• To avoid natural disasters

• To minimize transportation costs

Maria lives in a village located near a river. What is the primary factor influencing the location of her settlement?

• Proximity to mountains

• Availability of water sources

• Distance from urban areas

• Presence of forests

In a region where temperatures are extremely low, which type of settlement is most likely to be found?

• Urban settlements with high population density

• Dispersed settlements with few inhabitants

• Clustered settlements near warm areas

• Linear settlements along transportation routes

Which of the following factors is least likely to affect the location of a settlement?

• Availability of jobs

• Cultural traditions

• Proximity to a volcano

• Access to transportation

Which economic activity is most likely to influence the development of a coastal settlement?

• Agriculture

• Fishing and trade

• Mining

• Forestry