Settlements Flashcards
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Q
What is a site
A
The land on which the settlement is built
1
Q
What is the smallest kind of settlement
A
Hamlet
2
Q
Where would you want protection
A
Protection on a hill to see if enemies are coming
5
Q
Name three types of function
A
Industrial Market town Fishing village Defensive site University town Tourist Port
6
Q
Why would you want flat land
A
Easier to build on and for growing crops
7
Q
What is a settlement
A
A place where people live
9
Q
Why would you want a river close by
A
Can be defensive
Supplies water for cooking, drinking and transport
10
Q
What is a service
A
Something that can buy or sell you goods
11
Q
What is a settlements function
A
The main activity that takes place
12
Q
Name 3 natural advantages
A
Protection Building materials Supply of wood Flat land Shelter Rivers
13
Q
Name three services
A
Shops Lawyers Post office Hospitals Leisure centres Entertainment
15
Q
Why would you want a supply of wood
A
Needed for fires and fuels
20
Q
What is the largest kind of settlement
A
Conurbation
