Rio de Janeiro case study starter

1. Why did Rio de Janeiro’s population grow rapidly in the mid‑20th century?

• High birth rates only

• Rural to urban migration for jobs

• International tourism

• Natural disasters in other cities

2. Many people migrated to Rio to find work in which sector?

• Farming

• Fishing

• Manufacturing and industry

• Mining

3. What is a favela?

• A planned housing estate

• A wealthy neighbourhood 
  

• An informal settlement with poor-quality housing 
  

• A central business district 

4. Where are many of Rio’s favelas located? 

• On flat land near factories 
  

• On steep hillsides

• In the city centre 
  

• Along major motorways 

5. Which of the following is a social challenge in Rio? 

• Too many schools

• Air travel congestion 
  

• Inequality between rich and poor 
  

• Too much green space 

6. What environmental problem is caused by rapid urban growth in Rio?

• Increased rainfall

• Loss of natural vegetation

• Colder temperatures

• Earthquakes

7. Why are landslides a major risk in Rio’s favelas? 

• They are close to rivers 
  

• Houses are built on steep slopes

• There are too many roads

• The climate is too cold 

8. What is an example of an economic challenge faced by Rio?

• Too much employment

• High levels of unemployment and informal work

• Too many businesses

• Low housing demand

9. What is urban deprivation? 

• Lack of services and poor living conditions

• High-quality housing

• High incomes 
  

• Too many shops and services 

10. What scheme improved life in favelas by providing services such as water and electricity?

• Bolsa Família

• Favela Bairro Project

• Olympic Legacy Scheme

• Green City Plan