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11A - Geography > Lagos Revision - Urban Issues > Flashcards

Lagos Revision - Urban Issues Flashcards

1
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What is the population of Lagos, Nigeria?

A

Over 21 million people

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2
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What is the main cause of air pollution in Lagos?

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Vehicle emissions

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3
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What is the informal economy in Lagos primarily based on?

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Street trading

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4
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What percentage of the population in Lagos live in informal settlements?

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Over 60%

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5
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What is the main challenge faced by the government in providing basic services in Lagos?

A

Rapid population growth

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6
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What is the main source of water for many residents in Lagos?

A

Boreholes

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7
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What is the main cause of flooding in Lagos?

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Poor drainage systems

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8
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What is a key issue with waste management in Lagos?

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Lack of proper waste disposal facilities

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9
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What is the main transportation challenge in Lagos?

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Traffic congestion

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10
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What is the main reason for the high crime rate in Lagos?

A

High levels of poverty

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11
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What is the main focus of urban planning in Lagos?

A

Improving infrastructure

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12
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What is the main economic activity in Lagos?

A

Trade

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13
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What is the main environmental concern in Lagos?

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Pollution

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14
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What is the main social issue in Lagos?

A

Inequality

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15
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What is the main health challenge in Lagos?

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Poor sanitation

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16
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What is the main educational challenge in Lagos?

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Lack of access to quality education

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17
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What is the main reason for the lack of affordable housing in Lagos?

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Rapid urbanization

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18
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What is the main consequence of rapid urbanization in Lagos?

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Increased pressure on infrastructure

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19
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What is the main reason for the high unemployment rate in Lagos?

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Lack of job opportunities

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20
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What is the main challenge faced by the government in addressing urban issues in Lagos?

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Limited resources

21
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What is the main social consequence of urban issues in Lagos?

A

Social unrest

22
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What is the main impact of urban issues on public health in Lagos?

A

Increased disease prevalence

23
Q

What is the main challenge faced by the government in improving public transportation in Lagos?

A

Lack of funding

24
Q

What is the main reason for the lack of access to clean water in Lagos?

A

Infrastructure limitations

25
Q

What is the main challenge faced by the government in addressing waste management in Lagos?

A

Lack of recycling facilities

26
Q

What is the main consequence of poor waste management in Lagos?

A

Environmental degradation

27
Q

What is the main challenge faced by the government in addressing housing issues in Lagos?

A

Land scarcity

28
Q

What is the main reason for the lack of access to healthcare in Lagos?

A

Limited healthcare facilities

29
Q

What is the main consequence of inadequate healthcare in Lagos?

A

High disease burden

30
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What is the main challenge faced by the government in providing education in Lagos?

A

Overcrowded schools

31
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What is the main consequence of overcrowded schools in Lagos?

A

Low quality education

32
Q

What is the main reason for the lack of access to electricity in Lagos?

A

Insufficient power generation

33
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What is the main challenge faced by the government in improving electricity access in Lagos?

A

Power distribution inefficiencies

34
Q

What is the main consequence of inadequate electricity access in Lagos?

A

Limited economic development

35
Q

What is the main challenge faced by the government in addressing social inequality in Lagos?

A

Limited social welfare programs

36
Q

What is the main consequence of social inequality in Lagos?

A

Social tension

37
Q

What is the main challenge faced by the government in reducing crime in Lagos?

A

Inadequate law enforcement

38
Q

What is the main consequence of high crime rates in Lagos?

A

Decreased investment

39
Q

What is the main challenge faced by the government in improving infrastructure in Lagos?

A

Funding constraints

40
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What is the main consequence of inadequate infrastructure in Lagos?

A

Limited economic growth

41
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What is the main challenge faced by the government in addressing pollution in Lagos?

A

Lack of environmental regulations

42
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What is the main consequence of pollution in Lagos?

A

Health hazards

43
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What is the main challenge faced by the government in reducing traffic congestion in Lagos?

A

Poor urban planning

44
Q

What is the main consequence of traffic congestion in Lagos?

A

Economic losses

45
Q

What is the main challenge faced by the government in promoting sustainable development in Lagos?

A

Balancing economic growth and environmental protection

46
Q

What is the main consequence of unsustainable development in Lagos?

A

Resource depletion

47
Q

What is the main challenge faced by the government in addressing social unrest in Lagos?

A

Lack of social cohesion

48
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What is the main consequence of social unrest in Lagos?

A

Disruption of daily life

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