Population, the environment and coasts

What is the current global population compared to 1967?

• More than 6 billion now, compared to 4 billion in 1967

• More than 7 billion now, compared to 5 billion in 1967

• More than 9 billion now, compared to 2 billion in 1967

• More than 8 billion now, compared to 3 billion in 1967

What is the net increase in global population each year?

• 80 million

• 100 million

• 60 million

• 90 million

What percentage of the global population is under the age of 25?

• Two thirds

• Almost half

• One third

• One quarter

What is a major consequence of increased population?

• More job opportunities

• Better living conditions

• Less pollution

• Pressure on resources

How many people lack enough food and safe drinking water?

• Over 500 million

• Over 2 billion

• Over 3 billion

• Over 1 billion

What is a factor that leads to dense population areas?

• Good transport and communication links

• Steep slopes

• Harsh climate

• Dense forest

Which of the following is a push factor for rural to urban migration?

• Unemployment

• More jobs

• Higher wages

• Better living conditions

Which of the following is a pull factor for rural to urban migration?

• More jobs

• Natural disasters

• Crop failure

• Poor living conditions

What is a common characteristic of favelas in Brazil?

• Overcrowded and noisy

• Spacious and quiet

• Well-planned and clean

• Luxurious and modern

What is the difference between weather and climate?

• Weather is long-term; climate is short-term

• Weather is about humidity; climate is about temperature

• Weather is short-term; climate is long-term

• Weather is about temperature; climate is about humidity