CUE - Urbanisation: Importance in human affairs

Question 1

Briefly explain the importance of the process of urbanisation.

Answer 1

It has been linked to other important economic and social transformations which have brought about greater geographic mobility, lower fertility and longer life expectancy.

Question 2

What does the future survival of cities deend pon?

Answer 2

Sustainable growth and their ability to tackle the major issues

Question 3

How do cities play a role in reducing poverty?

Answer 3

They have higher levels of education, better health and easier to access social services.

Question 4

Give an example of how important cities are to a country’s economy.

Answer 4

2015, Sao Paulo - Brazil’s financial and economic capital
10% of the population
25% of national GDP

Question 5

In what ways can cities be efficient?

Answer 5

It is easier to provide basic services such as water and sanitation to people living close together.
Access to health, education and other social and cultural services are more readily available.