WPHS Geography Place and Liveability - Services and Facilities

What does "liveability" mean in Geography?

• The ability of a place to provide basic survival needs

• How enjoyable and suitable a place is for people to live

• A measurement of how many people live in a place

• The number of jobs available in an area

Which of the following factors does NOT directly influence liveability

• Access to clean water

• Public transport availability

• The number of trees in a rainforest

• Safety and crime rates

What is a "service" in relation to liveability?

• A physical structure, such as a bridge

• A non-physical activity that supports people’s needs, such as healthcare

• A natural feature of the landscape

• A type of pollution that affects communities

Which of these would be considered a "facility" rather than a "service"?

• Public transport

• A doctor performing surgery

• A school teacher running a class

• A hospital building

Which of the following is a way governments improve liveability in cities?

• Removing all public parks to build more houses

• Reducing public transport services

• Building community centers and green spaces

• Preventing businesses from operating

Which type of service is most important for maintaining public health?

• Hospitals and medical clinics

• Shopping centers

• Public libraries

• Entertainment venues

Which facility is most important for ensuring education and lifelong learning?

• Cinemas

• Restaurants

• Schools and universities

• Sporting stadiums

Why are transport services important for wellbeing?

• They allow people to access jobs, education, and healthcare

• They provide people with free cars

• They only benefit people who work in the transport industry

• They reduce the number of services needed in an area

Which of the following is an example of a recreational facility that improves wellbeing?

• A power station

• A police station

• A shopping center

• A park with walking tracks

How does access to clean water impact wellbeing?

• It helps prevent diseases and supports hygiene

• It has no impact on people's health

• It is only important in developing countries

• It is only used for farming, not daily life