Changing Places Flashcards
What is the definition of ‘place’ in geography?
An area which holds meaning
True or False: ‘Sense of place’ refers to the emotional attachment people have to a location.
True
Fill in the blank: The ________ model explains urban land use in terms of concentric circles.
Burgess
What does the term ‘locale’ refer to?
The physical and social setting in which something occurs.
Affects how people behave within
What is the difference between ‘space’ and ‘place’?
‘Space’ is a general area, while ‘place’ has specific meaning and value to people.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a key factor in shaping places? A) Physical geography B) Human activity C) Weather patterns
C) Weather patterns
What is ‘globalization’ in the context of changing places?
The process by which businesses or other organizations develop international influence or start operating on an international scale.
True or False: Urbanization is a process that leads to the growth of cities.
True
Fill in the blank: The ________ model includes sectors of urban land use radiating from the city center.
Hoyt
What is ‘placelessness’?
The loss of uniqueness of place in the cultural landscape.
Multiple Choice: Which factor primarily influences the ‘sense of place’? A) Climate B) Cultural practices C) Soil type
B) Cultural practices
What is the role of ‘migration’ in changing places?
Migration alters the demographic and cultural composition of places.
True or False: The ‘urban-rural fringe’ refers to the transition zone between urban and rural areas.
True
Fill in the blank: The ________ model is used to explain the spatial structure of cities.
Multiple Nuclei
What does ‘gentrification’ mean?
The process of renovating and improving a house or district so that it conforms to middle-class taste.
Multiple Choice: Which theory suggests that cities grow outward from a central point? A) Central Place Theory B) Urban Realms Model C) Concentric Zone Model
C) Concentric Zone Model
What is a ‘geographical imagination’?
The ability to think about the world in spatial terms.
True or False: ‘Cultural landscape’ refers to the visible imprint of human activity on the natural environment.
True
Fill in the blank: ________ is the term for a location’s physical characteristics.
Site
What is meant by ‘place-making’?
The process of creating quality places that people want to live, work, and play in.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a consequence of suburbanization? A) Increased urban density B) Decreased reliance on public transport C) Greater cultural diversity
B) Decreased reliance on public transport
What does ‘environmental determinism’ propose?
That human behaviors are shaped and constrained by the physical environment.
True or False: ‘Social construction of place’ refers to how social processes shape our understanding of places.
True
Fill in the blank: The ________ approach considers the interconnectedness of places and their relationships.
Relational
What is ‘localism’?
A preference for local products and local culture.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following concepts relates to the identity of a place? A) Scale B) Networks C) Sense of place
C) Sense of place
What is ‘deindustrialization’?
The decline of industrial activity in a region or economy.
True or False: ‘Rural-urban migration’ is the movement of people from rural areas to urban areas.
True
Fill in the blank: ________ is the term used for the gradual transformation of a neighborhood through the influx of more affluent residents.
Gentrification
What is the impact of ‘digital technology’ on changing places?
It facilitates remote work and alters social interactions, reshaping local economies.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a consequence of urban sprawl? A) Increased biodiversity B) Loss of agricultural land C) Improved public transport
B) Loss of agricultural land
What does the term ‘urban heat island’ refer to?
An urban area that is significantly warmer than its surrounding rural areas due to human activities.
True or False: ‘Place attachment’ is the emotional bond between people and specific places.
True
Fill in the blank: The ________ model emphasizes the importance of social networks in urban areas.
Urban Realms
What are ‘edge cities’?
Suburban areas that have developed their own economic and commercial centers.
Multiple Choice: Which theoretical framework focuses on the distribution of services in urban areas? A) Urban Systems Theory B) Central Place Theory C) Urban Geography
B) Central Place Theory
What is ‘urban renewal’?
The redevelopment of areas within a large city, often involving the demolition of outdated structures.
True or False: ‘Cultural homogenization’ leads to increased cultural diversity.
False
