Geography assessment task 1

Question 1

place is defined as

Answer 1

a specific part of the earth’s surface that has been identified and given meaning by it’s people

Question 2

where does sense of place come from

Answer 2

being aware of what makes that location significant and seeing special qualities

Question 3

most importantly when understanding place we need look at

Answer 3

• location
• region

Question 4

pull factors are

Answer 4

are factors that pull you into a country. these factors are the extra points that further improve liveability then just basic necessities.

Question 5

push factors are

Answer 5

are factors that push you away from a country. these factors often do not support the basic needs of an family, community and individual.

Question 6

pull factors examples

Answer 6

• safety -higher living standards - environment -freedom - educational opportunities - jobs - income - better working conditions

Question 7

push factors examples

Answer 7

• poverty - poor medical services - abscense of education - famine - drought - war and political conflicts - lack of jobs -natural disasters

Question 8

define liveable places

Answer 8

liveability is determined by the quality of life, such as access to essential needs, educational and healthcare

Question 9

define less-liveable places

Answer 9

these are places were the quality of life is rough and unstable, having staggered to no access to basic necessities, education and healthcare

Question 10

examples of liveable places

Answer 10

• sydney
• melbourne
• toronto
• • vancouver
• vienna
• copenhagen
• osaka

Question 11

examples of less liveable places

Answer 11

• dharavi - syria - chad - afghanistan - Madagascar

Question 12

characteristics that affect liveability

Answer 12

• access to fresh water
• quality of life
• climate
• environment
• infrastructure
• safety
• stability
• access to healthcare
• education

Question 13

examples of services and facilities

Answer 13

• transport and roads
• education
• water
• waste
• healthcare
• shopping districts
• cafes and restaurants

Question 14

boltss

Answer 14

b - border
o - orientation
l - legend
t - title
s - scale
s - source

Question 15

border

Answer 15

the outline of frame surrounding the map

Question 16

orientation

Answer 16

shows the direction of north

Question 17

legend

Answer 17

key - tells the person what the symbols on the map mean

Question 18

title

Answer 18

explains the purpose of the map

Question 19

scale

Answer 19

tells us how much smaller the map is than the actual area described

Question 20

source

Answer 20

where the information used to make the map is from

Question 21

political map

Answer 21

• shows us the state and national boundaries
• location of cities

Question 22

physical map

Answer 22

• shows physical features of an area
• it is represented through colours

Question 23

Topographic maps

Answer 23

• shows physical elevation of an area
• it is expressed through contour lines

Question 24

Climate map

Answer 24

• shows information about the climate
• uses colours

Question 25

thematic map

Answer 25

- provides information on a particular issue - uses colours and shading

Question 26

economic or resource map

Answer 26

- show the different resources present in the area or economic activity - symbols and letters

Question 27

road map

Answer 27

- shows different roads, highways or railway - very detailed

Question 28

transport and roads

Answer 28

are methods people use to get from place to place or conveying goods. travel is an essential part of daily life and it can affect the quality of your daily life

Question 29

education

Answer 29

is the process of learning information in a systematic environment. having access to quality schools and childcare is important to a child's development

Question 30

water

Answer 30

clean water is vital human survival. if clean it can prevent transmittable diseases and infections

Question 31

waste

Answer 31

waste removal is a service provided by the local government to remove rubbish. this service is useful as it stops waste from piling up and worsening the health of others

Question 32

Healthcare

Answer 32

healthcare involves services related to one's health. having access to healthcare services allows people to maintain good physical health and mental health.

Question 33

Shopping distrcits

Answer 33

Shopping districts are areas where people can purchase products in the same area. it contributes to the wellbeing of an community as people can do what they need in one space.

Question 34

cafes and restaurants

Answer 34

cafes and restaurants are businesses, which provide a social environment to consume food. contribute to a sense of belonging and limit feelings of isolation