The nature and importance of a place Flashcards
1
Q
What is an insider?
A
- Someone who belongs and identifies with a place, feel secure and comfortable at home
- More likely to oppose developments
2
Q
What is an outsider?
A
- Usually minority groups or migrants
- Misunderstand social rules and interactions
3
Q
What is an experienced place?
A
A place a person has spent time in
4
Q
What is a media place?
A
A place one has only seen in the media (eg. films and the news)
5
Q
Explain the concept of near and far places
A
Geographically ‘near, places are not automatically welcoming and comforting.
Geographically ‘far’ places are not automatically strange and different.
6
Q
Define the two factors contributing to the characteristics of a place
A
Endogenous - Originate in the area, include aspects of the land it’s built on
Exogenous - Originate outside the area, often influenced by other places
7
Q
Give some examples of endogenous factors
A
- Physical factors; relief, soil type, topology
- Demographic factors; population size, ethnicity, age
- Employment opportunities
8
Q
Give some examples of exogenous factors
A
- Globalisation (multicultural society)
- Technology
- Links and relationships with other places
