World of Work

What is a science park?

• A park with natural resources

• A group of scientific and technical businesses

• A recreational area for scientists

• A place for agricultural research

What is the North-South divide?

• A geographical line dividing the UK

• Economic and cultural differences between Southern and Northern England

• A political boundary in the UK

• A historical division in England

What does 'industrialisation' refer to?

• The increase in agricultural activities

• The transition from agriculture to manufacturing

• The selling of raw materials

• The provision of information services

What is the characteristic of a rural area?

• Urban

• Industrial

• Characteristic of the countryside

• Technological

What is the impact of globalisation?

• Decrease in international connections

• Increase in connections between places and people

• Isolation of countries

• Reduction in cultural exchanges

What is an example of a science park in the UK?

• Shuttleworth Mead Business Park

• Waters Science Park

• London Business Park

• Manchester Science Park

What is a key factor in the location of business parks?

• Proximity to natural resources

• Cheaper land

• Access to international markets

• Availability of skilled labor

What was the main occupation in the UK before 1800?

• Farming or mining

• IT sector

• Service and finance

• Manufacturing

What is the impact of deindustrialisation in the UK?

• Increase in farming

• Decline in secondary industries

• Growth in IT sector

• Expansion of railways

What is the main reason for population growth in South Cambridgeshire?

• Natural increase

• Migration to the area

• High birth rate

• Low death rate