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Human Settlements

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Exercise

13 q
  1. Tick (✓) the correct options :
    Ex Q1(a)
    The concentration of settlements is related to following major factor
    1. A.
      Proximity to Sea
    2. B.
      Plain region
    3. C.
      Availability of water
    4. D.
      Climate
  2. Ex Q1(b)
    In North-eastern part of Brazil, which types of settlements are found?
    1. A.
      Nucleated
    2. B.
      Linear
    3. C.
      Dispersed
    4. D.
      Star-shaped
  3. Ex Q1(c)
    Where do you find dispersed settlements in India?
    1. A.
      Near the rivers
    2. B.
      Near the transport routes
    3. C.
      Hilly areas
    4. D.
      Industrial regions
  4. Ex Q1(d)
    Concentrated settlements are found in Narmada Valley-
    1. A.
      Forested Land
    2. B.
      Cultivable Land
    3. C.
      Undulating topography
    4. D.
      Industries
  5. Ex Q1(e)
    Which State has the least urbanization in Brazil ?
    1. A.
      Para
    2. B.
      Amapa
    3. C.
      Espirito Santo
    4. D.
      Parana
  6. Give geographical reasons:
    Ex Q2(a)
    Availability of water is a major factor affecting settlements.
  7. Ex Q2(b)
    In Brazil, majority of population is found in the eastern coastal areas.
  8. Ex Q2(c)
    Urbanization is increasing rapidly in India.
  9. Ex Q2(d)
    Settlements are sparse in north-eastern Brazil.
  10. Ex Q2(e)
    Except Delhi and Chandigarh, urbanization is low in other parts of India.
  11. Answer in short:
    Ex Q3(a)
    Write a comparative note on urbanisation in Brazil and India.
  12. Ex Q3(b)
    Differentiate between the human settlements in Ganga river basin and the Amazon river basin.
  13. Ex Q3(c)
    Why do human settlements grow in specific locations only?