Urbanization

Urbanization is the-

• pattern through which the customs of one city spread to other cities

• dramatic rise in the number of cities and the resultant lifestyle changes

• overdevelopment of exurban areas and overuse of natural resources

• worldwide spread of advanced technologies

What happened as America shifted from an agrarian (farming) nation to an industrial nation?

• New technologies helped farm work get done quicker and quicker.

• It led to higher crop output.

• Many people moved to the cities to make more money.

• All of the above

The movement of people from rural areas to urban areas is...

• pull factors

• deforestation

• ubranization

• emigrate

Which factor best explains why industrialization was a cause of urbanization during the 19th century?

• The availability of new employment opportunities in cities

• the decreased significance of agriculture to the American economy

• the desire to pursue social and cultural opportunities which were available

• The lack of access to transportation in rural area

What is a primary characteristic of urbanization?

• A) Increase in rural population

• B) Growth of cities and urban areas

• C) Decline in industrial activities

• D) Expansion of agricultural lands

Which of the following is a common effect of urbanization on the environment?

• A) Decrease in air pollution

• B) Increase in green spaces

• C) Rise in water pollution

• D) Reduction in waste production

What is one major reason people move from rural to urban areas?

• A) Better agricultural opportunities

• B) Access to better healthcare and education

• C) More space and privacy

• D) Lower cost of living

How does urbanization typically affect housing in cities?

• A) Decrease in housing demand

• B) Increase in affordable housing

• C) Rise in housing prices and demand

• D) Stability in housing market

Which of the following best describes a 'megacity'?

• A) A city with a population over 1 million

• B) A city with extensive rural areas

• C) A city with a population over 10 million

• D) A city with no industrial activities

What is a common social impact of urbanization?

• A) Decrease in cultural diversity

• B) Increase in social isolation

• C) Growth in community engagement

• D) Decline in educational opportunities