The world becomes more urbanised

The world becomes more urbanised

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Social Studies, Geography, Business

9th - 12th Grade

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The video discusses the rapid urbanization in Asia, highlighting the mass movement from rural areas to cities, often resulting in overcrowded shantytowns. By 2035, 3.3 billion people will live in urban areas, with significant growth in Asia and Africa. The video emphasizes the challenges faced by migrants, such as poverty and lack of infrastructure. The UN urges developing countries to build necessary infrastructures to integrate the urban poor and prevent worsening conditions in mega cities.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the predicted number of urban dwellers by 2035?

2.5 billion

5.5 billion

3.3 billion

4.0 billion

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which regions are expected to have seven out of ten people living in cities?

Europe and North America

Asia and Africa

South America and Australia

Middle East and Central Asia

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a common outcome for people moving to cities from the countryside?

Finding immediate success

Living in luxury

Facing shattered dreams

Achieving their dreams

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the daily earning of the woman mentioned in the video?

Half a dollar

Two dollars

Three dollars

One dollar

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the UN urge developing countries to build for newcomers?

Luxury apartments

Tourist attractions

Shopping malls

Infrastructures like housing, water, and power networks