WorksheetsAre you a housing expert?
Total questions: 12
Worksheet time: 6mins
What is housing shortage?
when the supply of houses exceed the demand
when the demand of houses exceed the supply
What is the cause of housing shortage in this photo?
limited land supply
rapid population groeth
competing landuse
migration
What is the reason for housing shortage in this photo?
high birth rate
rural-urban migration
limited land supply
competing landuse
Many people migrate from the countryside to the city due to droughts in the countryside and also better job opportunities in the city. Which is the PUSH factor?
droughts in countryside
job opportunities in city
Based on the map, which continent has the highest percentage of people living in slums?
North America
South America
Asia
Africa
Europe
What are some common characteristics of slums? (tick all that applies)
in rural areas
in urban areas
poor sanitation
access to clean water
lack of electricity
What is the one disadvantage of the self-help schemes in slum upgrading?
lowers the cost of construction
rate of construction is slow
some people are unable to afford the building materials
people cannot design their own houses to their likings
What is/are the MAIN purpose(s) of this strategy (in Singapore) shown in the picture.
there was limited land supply in Singapore
Singapore's population was increasing
the slums were an eyesore to the government
it was cool to have taller houses
What can you say about a city that has such facilities?
(clue: description for a city that has different facilities to cater to different people of different needs)
(a)
Some places have distinctive physical features and landmarks to .....
(choose the best option)
create a greater sense of identity and belonging
cater to different age groups
beautify the area
create positive memories
Rio de Janerio is home to many of the big slums. Which country is Rio de Janerio in?
United States of America
Brazil
Spain
India
France
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