Urbanisation and Challenges in Rio de Janeiro

What is urbanisation?

• The increase in the proportion of people living in towns and cities

• The decrease in rural population

• The development of rural areas

• The increase in agricultural activities

What is a major factor that causes urbanisation?

• Decrease in birth rates

• Rural-urban migration

• Increase in agricultural jobs

• Decline in city infrastructure

Which city is NOT one of the world's largest megacities?

• Tokyo

• New York

• London

• Mexico City

What is a challenge related to sanitation in Rio?

• Lack of clean water

• Overcrowded hospitals

• High crime rates

• Poor air quality

What is a solution to the energy challenge in Rio?

• Building more hospitals

• Constructing the Simplicio Hydroelectric Complex

• Increasing public transport

• Reducing crime rates

What is a significant economic challenge in Rio?

• High literacy rates

• Unemployment

• Abundant job opportunities

• Low crime rates

What is a success of the Favela-Bairro Project?

• Increased crime rates

• Improved sanitation systems

• Decreased school attendance

• Reduced housing availability

What is a limitation of the Favela-Bairro Project?

• It is very expensive

• It has reduced crime

• It has improved education

• It has increased employment

What is a regional importance of Rio de Janeiro?

• It is a major agricultural hub

• It has a thriving arts and cultural scene

• It is a small town

• It has no international airport

What is a national importance of Rio de Janeiro?

• It is a major manufacturing centre

• It has no industries

• It is a rural area

• It has no economic significance