Worksheets1GB1 4a.6 - Risk Averse
Total questions: 8
Worksheet time: 4mins
What are some human activities that contribute to the creation of distinctive landscapes in the UK?
Mining, Fishing, Tourism
Agriculture, Forestry, Settlement
Manufacturing, Trade, Education
Transportation, Communication, Technology
What is one reason why settlements have been built in certain areas?
To preserve the original forest cover
To increase the number of wild areas
To change land-use to urban or farmland environments
To decrease population density
How does deforestation affect river flooding?
It decreases the chances of flooding
It has no effect on flooding
It increases the chances of river flooding
It prevents river flooding
What is one method used to manage coastlines and rivers?
Increasing natural areas
Using a mixture of engineering strategies
Removing all settlements
Allowing unrestricted building
Why might longer coastlines have more areas at risk?
They are less attractive to retirees
They have fewer river estuaries
They are often low lying
They have more urban development
What is a common consequence of urban sprawl on natural landscapes?
Increased biodiversity
Loss of agricultural land
Improved air quality
Enhanced water conservation
Which factor is most likely to influence the location of a new settlement?
Proximity to a water source
Availability of high-speed internet
Presence of historical landmarks
Number of existing schools
How can human activities lead to soil erosion in rural areas?
By planting more trees
Through overgrazing by livestock
By constructing windbreaks
Through the use of organic farming methods
