How do settlements change with time?

Question 1

What are a few things that may change over time in a town or village?

Answer 1

1. The shape of the settlement
2. The function of the settlement
   3.The land use of the settlement
3. The number and type of people living in a settlement

Question 2

How were villages easier to see changes in than city’s or large towns?

Answer 2

Villages are small in size so it is often easier to see these changes in them than it is to see changes in a large town or city.

Question 3

Why do people move to big cities?

Answer 3

People move to big cities in large numbers because they believe that many benefits come from living and working in cities. Moving there wil improve their quality of life.

Question 4

What are the benefits(first 3)?

Answer 4

*There are more houses and flats to buy or rent
*There are more jobs which are better paid
*Food supplies are more reliable, with many shops giving a greater choice.

Question 5

What are the benefits(last 3)?

Answer 5

*It takes less time and money to travel to work and to shops.
*There are better services, such as schools and hospitals.
*Urban areas have ‘bright light’ attractions, such as discos, concerts, and sporting activities

Question 6

How is it different for people already living in cities?

Answer 6

For people already living in cities, ;life is often less attractive. Living and working in cities creates many problems.

Question 7

What are the problems(first 3)?

Answer 7

*Traffic causes congestion, accidents, noise, and air pollution.
*Old roads are too narrow for lorries and buses; new roads take up too much land.
*Old houses and factories need urgent, expensive repairs or they are left empty

Question 8

What are the problems(last 3)?

Answer 8

*There is waste where houses and factories have been pulled down
*Crime, vandalism, and litter make cities dangerous and unpleasant
*Land is very expensive to buy, in and near the city centre