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WorksheetsY9GT1 Employment and Development
Total questions: 100
Worksheet time: 1hrs 15mins
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Class
Date
1.
Why is the primary sector more dominant in less economically developed countries (LEDCs)?
a)
Because agriculture and raw material extraction are the main sources of income
b)
Because these countries have advanced technology for services
c)
Because most people prefer working in offices
d)
Because manufacturing is the largest employer everywhere
2.
Which of the following best describes the tertiary sector?
a)
Jobs that provide services rather than goods
b)
Jobs that involve extracting raw materials from the Earth
c)
Jobs that focus on producing physical goods in factories
d)
Jobs that involve farming and fishing
3.
Why do employment structures change as countries develop?
a)
People move from farming to services as technology and wealth increase
b)
People always prefer working outdoors
c)
Governments force everyone to work in factories
d)
Natural resources run out completely in developed countries
4.
What is an example of a job in the secondary sector?
a)
Car assembly line worker
b)
Teacher
c)
Wheat farmer
d)
Tour guide
5.
Why do tertiary sector jobs often pay more than primary sector jobs?
a)
They usually require higher education and specialized skills
b)
They involve less responsibility
c)
They are always easier and less stressful
d)
They depend on natural resources
6.
Which factor can lead to growth in the manufacturing sector of a country?
a)
Investment in infrastructure and technology
b)
A decline in education levels
c)
A lack of transport networks
d)
High dependence on subsistence farming
7.
Why might a country with a large primary sector have lower average incomes?
a)
Primary sector jobs often have low productivity and low wages
b)
Farming and mining always make people rich
c)
Service jobs are banned in such countries
d)
Manufacturing is illegal in LEDCs
8.
Which of these is a reason why the tertiary sector dominates in developed countries?
a)
High demand for services like healthcare, education, and finance
b)
Lack of any natural resources
c)
People dislike working in factories
d)
Farming is impossible in developed countries
9.
What does "employment structure" refer to?
a)
The proportion of people working in different economic sectors
b)
The design of office buildings
c)
The number of factories in a country
d)
The way wages are calculated
10.
Why do earning opportunities vary between sectors?
a)
Skills, education, and technology influence productivity and wages
b)
All sectors pay exactly the same
c)
Primary jobs always pay the most
d)
Wages depend only on the weather
11.
Why is child labour more common in poor developing countries?
a)
Families often rely on children's income for survival
b)
Children prefer working instead of going to school
c)
Governments encourage child labour to boost the economy
d)
Factories only hire children because they work faster
12.
What is one major risk faced by women working in informal jobs in developing countries?
a)
Lack of legal protection and vulnerability to exploitation
b)
Guaranteed high wages and job security
c)
Free childcare provided by employers
d)
Safer working conditions than men
13.
Why are hazardous jobs often concentrated in poorer countries?
a)
Safety regulations are weak or poorly enforced
b)
Workers demand dangerous jobs for excitement
c)
Rich countries ban all forms of work
d)
Hazardous jobs do not exist in developed nations
14.
Which of the following is an example of a hazardous job common in developing countries?
a)
Mining in unsafe conditions
b)
Teaching in a school
c)
Working in a bank
d)
Designing computer software
15.
Why do many girls in poor countries work in domestic service rather than attend school?
a)
Poverty forces families to prioritize income over education
b)
Domestic work is always glamorous and well-paid
c)
Schools refuse to admit girls
d)
Girls dislike learning and prefer housework
16.
What is a common consequence of child labour on education?
a)
Children often miss school or drop out entirely
b)
Child labour improves literacy rates
c)
Employers provide free schooling for workers
d)
Children learn advanced skills while working
17.
Why are informal jobs more common in developing countries?
a)
They require little capital and avoid strict regulations
b)
They guarantee pensions and health insurance
c)
They are safer and better paid than formal jobs
d)
Governments ban all formal employment
18.
Which factor makes women more vulnerable in low-income employment?
a)
Lack of access to education and legal rights
b)
Equal pay laws that protect women
c)
Strong trade unions in every workplace
d)
Free healthcare provided by employers
19.
Why do hazardous jobs often pay very low wages in poor countries?
a)
Oversupply of labour and lack of bargaining power
b)
Employers compete to offer the highest wages
c)
Governments set very high minimum wages
d)
Workers refuse to accept low pay
20.
What is one reason child labour persists despite international laws?
a)
Enforcement is weak and poverty creates strong incentives
b)
Children are legally required to work in all countries
c)
Child labour is considered a luxury in poor nations
d)
Schools are banned in rural areas
21.
Which subject is essential for a student who wants to study medicine at university?
a)
Biology
b)
Geography
c)
Business Studies
d)
Art
22.
Why is Mathematics important for students aiming for an engineering degree?
a)
It provides the foundation for problem-solving and technical calculations
b)
It is only needed for writing essays
c)
Engineers never use math in real life
d)
It is required for learning foreign languages
23.
Which subject is most useful for a student planning to study law?
a)
History
b)
Physics
c)
Chemistry
d)
Physical Education
24.
Why should students interested in economics take Mathematics?
a)
Economics relies on data analysis and quantitative reasoning
b)
Economics only involves drawing maps
c)
Mathematics is optional for all economics courses
d)
Economics is purely about memorizing facts
25.
Which subject combination is best for someone who wants to become a computer scientist?
a)
Mathematics and Computer Science
b)
Art and Drama
c)
Biology and Physical Education
d)
Geography and History
26.
Why is Chemistry often required for students who want to study pharmacy?
a)
Understanding chemical reactions is essential for drug formulation
b)
Pharmacy is mainly about selling products
c)
Chemistry is only needed for cooking
d)
Pharmacy degrees never involve science
27.
Which subject is most relevant for a student aiming for a career in architecture?
a)
Art and Mathematics
b)
Biology and Chemistry
c)
Physical Education and Music
d)
History and Drama
28.
Why should students interested in international relations consider studying Geography?
a)
It helps them understand global issues and spatial patterns
b)
Geography is only about drawing mountains
c)
International relations only focuses on local politics
d)
Geography has no connection to global affairs
29.
Which subject is essential for someone who wants to study veterinary science?
a)
Biology
b)
Economics
c)
Music
d)
Drama
30.
Why is Physics important for students planning to study aviation or aerospace engineering?
a)
It explains principles of flight and forces
b)
It is only needed for writing poetry
c)
Physics is irrelevant to engineering
d)
It is required for learning languages
31.
In many low-income countries, what percentage of rural households typically lack access to electricity?
a)
Around 50% or more
b)
Less than 5%
c)
Exactly 0%
d)
Only in urban areas
32.
If a family earns $2 per day, what does this indicate about their economic status?
a)
They are living in extreme poverty
b)
They are considered middle class
c)
They have enough for luxury goods
d)
They earn above the global average
33.
Why is lack of clean water a major issue in poorer countries?
a)
It increases disease risk and limits development
b)
It only affects people in rich countries
c)
It has no impact on health or education
d)
It is caused by too much technology
34.
In some developing countries, what proportion of people might lack access to basic sanitation?
a)
About 30–50%
b)
Less than 1%
c)
100% of the population
d)
Only people in cities
35.
Why do women and girls often face greater risks when collecting water in poor regions?
a)
They may travel long distances and face safety threats
b)
Water collection is always safe and easy
c)
Men usually do all the water collection
d)
Water is delivered to every home for free
36.
If the global poverty line is set at $2.15 per day, what does it mean when someone earns $1.50 daily?
a)
They live below the poverty line
b)
They are considered wealthy
c)
They earn more than most people globally
d)
They are unaffected by poverty
37.
Why does lack of electricity limit educational opportunities?
a)
Students cannot study after dark or access digital learning
b)
Electricity is only needed for cooking
c)
Schools never use electricity
d)
It has no effect on learning
38.
In many low-income countries, what percentage of people work in informal jobs without legal protection?
a)
Often more than 60%
b)
Less than 5%
c)
Exactly 0%
d)
Only in developed countries
39.
Why do hazardous jobs often pay very little in poor countries?
a)
Oversupply of labour and weak safety regulations
b)
Employers compete to offer the highest wages
c)
Governments set very high minimum wages
d)
Workers refuse to accept low pay
40.
Which region has the highest proportion of people living without access to clean drinking water?
a)
Sub-Saharan Africa
b)
Western Europe
c)
North America
d)
Australia
41.
What does HDI (Human Development Index) measure?
a)
Life expectancy, education, and income
b)
Only the total population of a country
c)
The number of factories in a country
d)
The amount of rainfall in a year
42.
Why is GDP per capita often used as an indicator of development?
a)
It shows the average income per person in a country
b)
It measures the number of schools in a country
c)
It calculates the literacy rate directly
d)
It tells us how many hospitals exist
43.
Which country is likely to have a higher HDI?
a)
A country with high life expectancy and good education
b)
A country with no schools and poor healthcare
c)
A country with frequent wars and low income
d)
A country with high child mortality rates
44.
Why is life expectancy considered a key development indicator?
a)
It reflects the overall health and living conditions of a population
b)
It measures how many people work in agriculture
c)
It shows the number of cars per household
d)
It indicates the size of the country
45.
If a country has a child mortality rate of 80 per 1,000 live births, what does this suggest?
a)
Healthcare and living conditions are poor
b)
The country has excellent medical facilities
c)
Child health is better than in developed nations
d)
Education levels are very high
46.
Why is literacy rate important for measuring development?
a)
It indicates access to education and future economic opportunities
b)
It measures the number of hospitals in a country
c)
It shows how many people own cars
d)
It reflects the amount of rainfall
47.
Which of these is NOT part of the HDI calculation?
a)
Number of mobile phones per person
b)
Life expectancy
c)
Education level
d)
Income per capita
48.
Why might GDP alone be misleading as a measure of development?
a)
It does not show income distribution or quality of life
b)
It always includes education and health data
c)
It measures happiness directly
d)
It reflects environmental sustainability
49.
If Country A has an HDI of 0.85 and Country B has an HDI of 0.45, what does this mean?
a)
Country A is more developed than Country B
b)
Country B has better education and health
c)
Both countries have the same development level
d)
HDI does not compare development
50.
Why do developed countries usually have lower child mortality rates?
a)
They have better healthcare systems and nutrition
b)
They have fewer hospitals and doctors
c)
They avoid vaccinating children
d)
They rely only on traditional medicine
51.
Why does Singapore have a much higher GDP per capita than Malawi?
a)
Singapore has a strong industrial and service-based economy
b)
Malawi relies mainly on subsistence agriculture
c)
Singapore bans all foreign investment
d)
Malawi exports more technology than Singapore
52.
Which factor explains Singapore’s high HDI compared to Malawi?
a)
High life expectancy, education levels, and income
b)
Lack of healthcare and poor schooling
c)
Frequent wars and political instability
d)
Low literacy rates and poor infrastructure
53.
Why does Singapore attract global businesses while Malawi does not?
a)
Singapore has excellent infrastructure and trade links
b)
Malawi has more advanced technology than Singapore
c)
Singapore is isolated from global markets
d)
Malawi has the world’s busiest ports
54.
Which of these is a reason for Malawi’s low life expectancy?
a)
Limited healthcare and high disease rates
b)
Advanced hospitals and universal healthcare
c)
High income and strong social safety nets
d)
Excellent sanitation and nutrition
55.
Why does Singapore have better access to clean water and sanitation?
a)
Strong investment in infrastructure and urban planning
b)
Water is naturally abundant everywhere in Asia
c)
Singapore ignores sanitation systems
d)
Malawi has more advanced water technology
56.
Which factor contributes to Malawi’s high child mortality rate?
a)
Poor healthcare and lack of vaccinations
b)
Excellent medical facilities and nutrition
c)
High income and strong education systems
d)
Universal access to clean water
57.
Why does Singapore have a strong education system compared to Malawi?
a)
Heavy investment in schools and teacher training
b)
Education is banned in Singapore
c)
Malawi spends more on education than Singapore
d)
Singapore has no universities
58.
Which of these best explains why Singapore’s economy is diversified?
a)
It focuses on finance, technology, and trade
b)
It relies only on farming and mining
c)
It bans manufacturing and services
d)
It depends entirely on foreign aid
59.
Why does Malawi struggle to attract foreign investment?
a)
Poor infrastructure and political instability
b)
Strong legal systems and advanced technology
c)
High-skilled workforce and global connectivity
d)
Excellent transport networks
60.
Which statement is true about poverty in Malawi compared to Singapore?
a)
A much higher proportion of people live below the poverty line in Malawi
b)
Poverty rates are identical in both countries
c)
Singapore has more people living in extreme poverty
d)
Malawi has the highest HDI in the world
61.
Why do historical reasons contribute to the development gap?
a)
Colonization often left countries with weak economies and poor infrastructure
b)
Colonization always made countries rich and powerful
c)
History has no impact on development today
d)
Countries with colonial pasts always have the highest HDI
62.
How can geographical location affect a country’s development?
a)
Landlocked countries often struggle with trade and transport
b)
Geography never influences economic growth
c)
Coastal countries always remain poor
d)
Mountains guarantee high GDP
63.
Why does poor health reduce economic development?
a)
Sick workers are less productive and increase healthcare costs
b)
Health has no link to economic growth
c)
Illness always leads to higher wages
d)
Countries with poor health systems have the highest HDI
64.
Why is education important for reducing the development gap?
a)
It improves skills, productivity, and job opportunities
b)
Education only matters for sports
c)
Literacy rates have no effect on income
d)
Countries with low education always have strong economies
65.
How does corruption slow development?
a)
It diverts resources away from public services and infrastructure
b)
Corruption always increases foreign investment
c)
It guarantees fair distribution of wealth
d)
Countries with corruption have the highest HDI
66.
Why does conflict widen the development gap?
a)
Wars destroy infrastructure and disrupt economies
b)
Conflict always leads to rapid development
c)
Countries at war attract more tourists
d)
Conflict improves education systems
67.
Why do countries with few exports often remain poor?
a)
They earn less foreign currency and depend on imports
b)
Exporting fewer goods always makes countries rich
c)
Countries with few exports have the strongest economies
d)
Export levels have no effect on development
68.
How does lack of industry affect development?
a)
It limits job creation and economic diversification
b)
Countries without industry always have high GDP
c)
Industry has no role in development
d)
Lack of industry guarantees strong education systems
69.
Why do countries with poor infrastructure struggle to develop?
a)
Transport and communication problems reduce trade and investment
b)
Infrastructure has no effect on economic growth
c)
Poor infrastructure always attracts more businesses
d)
Countries with bad roads have the highest HDI
70.
Which combination of factors often explains why some countries remain less developed?
a)
Historical exploitation, poor health and education, corruption, and lack of industry
b)
High literacy rates and strong healthcare
c)
Abundant exports and advanced technology
d)
Peaceful history and strong infrastructure
71.
Why can data in Geography sometimes be misleading?
a)
It may only represent a snapshot in time
b)
It always shows the full picture of development
c)
It guarantees perfect accuracy
d)
It never changes over time
72.
Why is it important to check the source of data?
a)
Some sources may manipulate data for political or economic reasons
b)
All sources are always neutral and unbiased
c)
Data cannot be influenced by anyone
d)
The source does not matter if numbers look correct
73.
What is one problem with using averages in development data?
a)
Averages can hide inequalities within a country
b)
Averages always show every detail accurately
c)
They guarantee fair representation of all groups
d)
They make data completely error-free
74.
Why can comparing GDP between countries be unreliable?
a)
Exchange rates and cost of living differences affect comparisons
b)
GDP always reflects happiness and well-being
c)
GDP never changes over time
d)
GDP includes education and health quality directly
75.
Why might population data contain errors?
a)
Census counts can miss people in remote or informal areas
b)
Every person is always counted perfectly
c)
Technology guarantees zero mistakes
d)
Population data never changes
76.
Why is using old data a problem in Geography?
a)
Conditions may have changed significantly since the data was collected
b)
Old data is always more accurate than new data
c)
Historical data cannot be used for any analysis
d)
Data never changes over time
77.
Why can percentages in reports be misleading?
a)
They may not show the actual size of the population
b)
Percentages always give the full picture
c)
They guarantee perfect clarity
d)
They never require context
78.
Why is it risky to rely on data from only one source?
a)
It may reflect bias or errors from that source
b)
One source always guarantees accuracy
c)
Multiple sources create confusion
d)
Data cannot be biased
79.
Why can maps based on data sometimes mislead?
a)
They may exaggerate differences using colors or scale
b)
Maps always show data objectively
c)
Cartographers cannot influence interpretation
d)
Maps never use symbols or colors
80.
Why should geographers question statistics before using them?
a)
To check for reliability, accuracy, and possible manipulation
b)
Statistics are always correct and unquestionable
c)
Questioning data is unnecessary in research
d)
Numbers cannot contain errors
81.
What typically happens to the share of tertiary sector employment as a country’s income rises?
a)
It increases as demand for services grows
b)
It decreases because services become automated
c)
It stays exactly the same in all countries
d)
It disappears when manufacturing expands
82.
Why can over-reliance on a single primary export be risky for development?
a)
Global price fluctuations can reduce national income
b)
It guarantees stable earnings every year
c)
It attracts unlimited foreign investment
d)
It automatically diversifies the economy
83.
Why do productivity gains matter for wages across sectors?
a)
Higher productivity generally supports higher pay
b)
Productivity has no relationship with wages
c)
Lower productivity always leads to higher pay
d)
Wages are fixed regardless of output
84.
Which policy most directly helps move workers from informal to formal employment?
a)
Improving legal protections and simplifying business registration
b)
Banning all small businesses
c)
Raising taxes on micro-enterprises only
d)
Reducing access to banking services
85.
Why do urban areas in developing countries often have more tertiary jobs than rural areas?
a)
Cities concentrate markets, infrastructure, and services
b)
Rural areas have more universities and headquarters
c)
Urban areas lack customers for services
d)
Villages have better transport networks
86.
Which change can increase manufacturing competitiveness?
a)
Reliable electricity and transport logistics
b)
Longer customs delays at ports
c)
Random factory shutdowns
d)
Untrained labour force
87.
Why might investment in girls' education raise national income over time?
a)
Educated girls have higher productivity and earnings
b)
Education reduces all jobs for men
c)
It lowers literacy and life expectancy
d)
It guarantees zero unemployment immediately
88.
What is a common challenge when measuring earnings in informal work?
a)
Income is irregular and often unrecorded
b)
All informal workers receive monthly payslips
c)
Informal earnings are always higher than formal
d)
Informal workers have universal pensions
89.
Why can remittances from migrants affect employment structures at home?
a)
They increase household income and demand for local services
b)
They reduce all spending in local markets
c)
They eliminate the need for education
d)
They stop all manufacturing activity
90.
Which factor helps countries transition from primary to secondary and tertiary sectors?
a)
Education and skills development
b)
Closing all schools and colleges
c)
Banning technology adoption
d)
Eliminating transport infrastructure
91.
Why is PPP (purchasing power parity) used when comparing GDP per capita across countries?
a)
It adjusts for cost of living differences to make comparisons fairer
b)
It inflates rich countries’ GDP on purpose
c)
It measures only government spending
d)
It removes the income component from GDP
92.
Why can median income be more informative than mean income?
a)
It is less affected by very high or very low values
b)
It always produces larger numbers
c)
It ignores the middle of the distribution
d)
It measures only the richest 10%
93.
What does a high Gini coefficient indicate?
a)
Greater income inequality within a country
b)
Low inequality and equal incomes
c)
High GDP growth automatically
d)
Perfect data accuracy
94.
Why should geographers consider sample size when interpreting survey results?
a)
Small samples may not represent the population well
b)
Any sample, no matter how small, is perfectly accurate
c)
Large samples always contain more errors
d)
Sample size has no effect on reliability
95.
How can mapping rates (e.g., % with electricity) mislead compared to absolute numbers?
a)
Rates hide the total number of people affected
b)
Rates always communicate scale perfectly
c)
Absolute numbers have no context
d)
Rates and counts are identical
96.
Why do longitudinal datasets help improve understanding of development?
a)
They show change over time, not just a single snapshot
b)
They remove the need for any context
c)
They guarantee that data is error-free
d)
They focus only on one year of data
97.
Why is triangulating multiple sources useful in Geography research?
a)
It helps confirm findings and reduce bias
b)
It always creates contradictions
c)
It replaces fieldwork completely
d)
It makes data less transparent
98.
What is one ethical risk when presenting development data?
a)
Selective reporting can mislead audiences
b)
Providing sources makes results unethical
c)
Using clear labels increases harm
d)
Explaining limitations violates standards
99.
Why can country averages obscure regional disparities?
a)
National means can hide poorer or richer sub-regions
b)
Averages always highlight local detail
c)
Regional data is never collected
d)
All regions are identical within countries
100.
Which practice improves the reliability of a classroom data activity?
a)
Recording methods, sources, dates, and limitations
b)
Skipping citations and context
c)
Using the newest numbers without notes
d)
Ignoring unexpected results
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