The UK Economy

Question 1

Primary Sector

Answer 1

Jobs that involve taking raw materials from the earth e.g. farming, coal mining.

Question 2

Secondary Sector

Answer 2

Jobs that involve making and manufacturing products e.g. factory worker, chef.

Question 3

Tertiary Sector

Answer 3

Jobs that involve providing a service e.g. retail worker, delivery driver.

Question 4

Quaternary Sector

Answer 4

Jobs that involve technology or research; provide knowledge, e.g. scientist, web designer.

Question 5

Why is the South East of England so popular?

Answer 5

Transport:

• Network of motorways (M25)
• 4 major airports (Heathrow, Gatwick, Luton, Stanstead)
• Ports ( Southampton, Tilbury)

Market and Labour:

• Large market (19 million people for goods and services)
• Skilled local labour force (Oxbridge and London universities)

Politics:
- Close to decision making centre (national government)

Geographical:

• Region is close to Chanel Tunnel, giving access to Europe
• Rail and road networks centre on and radiate out form London