WorksheetsSettlement Patterns, Site and Function
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
Which of the following sentences best describes a linear settlement?
A settlement that is ribbon shaped around road networks.
They have a long, narrow shape.
Buildings separated by countryside/farmland/woods/fields.
Buildings are clustered around a central point
Which of the following sentences best describes a nucleated settlement?
A settlement that is ribbon shaped around road networks.
They have a long, narrow shape.
Buildings separated by countryside/farmland/woods/fields.
Buildings are clustered around a central point
Which of the following sentences best describes a dispersed settlement?
A settlement that is ribbon shaped around road networks.
They have a long, narrow shape.
Buildings separated by countryside/farmland/woods/fields.
Buildings are clustered around a central point
A site that is usually high where you have a 360 degree view of approaching enemies.
Defensive site
Dry point site
Aspect
Sheltered
The direction the site is facing. It is often an advantage to be positioned towards sunlight.
Sheltered
Dry Point Site
Wet point site
Aspect
A raised site.
Dry point site
Wet Point site
Bridging point
Aspect
Protected from adverse weather by mountains, forests etc.
Bridging point
Aspect
Sheltered
Dry point site
The function of a settlement that is focused on the sale of agricultural produce.
Retail
Market town
Farming
Industry
The function of a settlement that revolves around the sale of goods and services.
Retail
Tourism
Industry
Technological
The function of a settlement that centers around maritime trade.
Industry
Hub
Port
Market town
