geography exam Flashcards
personal health
someones personal health can determine their well-being because they may be physically okay, but emotionally maybe not
personal wealth
well-being can be measured by personal wealth because if somebody is struggling to pay the bills and buy basic necessities, their well-being could be very low. whereas, if they live in a large house with access to water, electricity, gas and have money to buy extra things, their well-being is doing quite okay
opportunities to succeed
if someone has the opportunities to succeed like getting a promotion at work, that means they are going to start earning more money which amounts to becoming more stable in life. also if someone is brought up in a wealthy family then they have a chance to get into good schools and opportunities to have high paying jobs and have a good future, with support from their parents
list and explain 5 indicators to assess a country’s wellbeing
life expectancy access to medical services birth rates poverty levels gap between rich and poor
life expectancy
in a country is the statistical measure of the average number of years that a person will expect to live
- quantity
access to medical services
in first world countries there is more than likely access to doctors, hospitals and emergency services if you are terribly injured or just feeling unwell. in some second and third world countries, people in small towns don’t have access to hospitals and emergency services, and the chances being very likely that a doctor lives in the town.
- quantity/quality
birth rates
are the number of live births per thousand of population per year.
number of live births in a year is divided by the population size, this result is then multiplied by 1000.
poverty levels
poverty is defined as the lack of financial resources and essentials for a minimum standard of living by an individual or group of people. poverty-stricken people may lack access to safe drinking water, electricity, housing, gas , nutritious food and medical care.
- refers to the state of being poor/short of money.
gap between rich and poor
in Mumbai, India, there is a drastic difference between the rich and the poor. the poor live in slums off the side of the city, with no access to fresh water, gas and clean laundry and even privacy to go to the bathroom. the rich live in high-rise apartments in the city. in Melbourne the gap between rich and poor people are certainly not as drastic. the rich people are not extremely rich compared to Mumbai, but there are many poor people in Melbourne who either live in houses with little to no access to fresh water, food and electricity, or people who completely have no access to anything and live on the streets alone.
why is it important to measure the well-being of a country or an individual?
it is important to measure the well being so we can determine is a countries policies are working, living conditions are standard and safe (in some cases they are not), overall financial stability and security, access to education and employment, the improvement of procedures and lifting the living standards/ eradication of poverty.
individuals- to see how people in a certain area are feeling and how this could be affecting the quality of life in that area.
consider the economic/political and social circumstances many residents of these developing countries experience, why do you think these residents respond so positively about their state of well-being?
i think these residents respond so positively because they don’t know anything different, and are so use to their normal lives and their living standards as well as what makes them happy
in todays society, materialistic things have greater value than family and friends, but in these countries, having a close relationship with your family and friends brings happiness.
socially
socially they have their tight community which they know everyone in, their family and friends
politically
politically they are happy with the cirumstances
economically
economically they are comfortable with what they have and don’t know anything different in their still developing country.
many Australians lead privileged lives where they may be materially successful however, Australia scored poorly on the well-being scale. explain why you feel this may be the case.
although many Australians live very privileged lives and are materially successful, when you have materialistic things you end up comparing yourself to others and wanting more and that can lead to you chasing to be like others, thinking it will achieve happiness.
on the excursion to east Melbourne/ Richmond, your investigation centred on the theme of
housing and aesthetics
list positive and negative aspects of your findings:
positive:
- many public gardens and churches in east Melbourne
- history on the streets of Richmond with rows of terraces from the 1900’s
- there is no rubbish and heaps of nice grassy areas in east Melbourne
- apartments and well-maintained smaller homes in east Melbourne
negative:
- houses in east Melbourne are higher pricing and more expensive than Richmond
- housing is still pricey in Richmond
- Richmond is much dirtier and more rundown
- single story homes built over 50 years ago in Richmond
positive - many public gardens, parks and reserves in east Melbourne.
much of east Melbourne is made up of these green spaces which makes the area clean and not look like just a bunch of buildings. the green spaces create a vision that your not in the city, although its 2km away. it is a sustainable place which is a distraction from the bustling city right next door.
negative - cost of housing in both east Melbourne and Richmond
the average house prices in East Melbourne are $2 350 000 and the rent is $850 per week. the housing in Richmond is expensive also, but not near as expensive as other suburbs near the city area. the average house price is $1 341 000, and to rent its approximately $650 per week.
pros and cons of measuring the well-being of a country
negative:
- political instability
- war
- natural disasters
- economic stress
- famine
- size of population
positive:
- political stability
- access to natural resources
- government policies
- aid from overseas
- increase in tourism ($)
- historical alliances with other countries
East Melbourne
Beautiful houses lead to a great lifestyle. Living in East Melbourne is similar to living in the city, only there are numerous public gardens and gorgeous churches right outside your door. The MCG is also located here, where you may spend your weekends or stroll around the Treasury Gardens. East Melbourne’s aesthetic is nothing short of amazing. Many green places, such as public gardens, ovals, and parks. East Melbourne’s streets are wide, and the layout is appealing and tidy. While East Melbourne is known for its stunning bluestone churches, the back alleys are home to well-kept smaller homes with cottage gardens. East Melbourne is definitely city living, but because of its spacious roadways, open spaces, and flowing gardens, it has a more refined feel. It’s also a great location for walking into town or catching a tram, train, or bus in any direction.
Richmond
The streets of this once working-class neighbourhood, lined with rows of terraces from the 1900s, show its history. Near the station, fabulous old factories, some still displaying antique logos, have been turned into bright, wide loft-style flats, showcasing Richmond’s manufacturing history. Richmond’s lifestyle is small, but if you travel outside of the tightly packed neighbourhood, you’ll find much more. Major supermarkets, as well as gourmet selections and busy Asian grocers, are all available. You go from east Melbourne’s great and cleanliness to Richmond, which is dirtier, older, and more rundown. The side streets are largely made up of single-story residences from the 1950s and 1960s. Some of these homes still have their original tin roofs, and going through the town, you can tell it’s old and has a rich history. The streets consist of unclean single lanes with the occasional double lane on main roads such as Victoria Street. When you look around, you could see a recently constructed home with a modern appearance that stands out among the old rusting tin roofed houses. There is a lot of street art, bars, restaurants, and galleries in this tight inner-city area. It’s also a quick walk into town or a quick ride on the tram, train, or bus in any direction. Richmond is claustrophobic and dirty due to its lack of green places. Because of the bustling and congested streets, you still feel like you’re in the city when you’re in Richmond
