Urbanisation 2 Flashcards
1
Q
Cities in developing world
A
Cities in developing world are different to cities in rich countries
In CBD, expensive shops, restaurants, high-quality houses and apartments. Rich live here.
As you move away from CBD, quality of houses decrease
At edge of city are the shanty towns. Poorest live here.
2
Q
Life in Shanty Towns
A
Houses is in shanty towns are built by people themselves. Usually made with pieces of wood, plastic, metal sheeting.
People are extremely poor. Poor sanitation, little access to medical care.
3
Q
Urbanisation in the developing world
A
People are being pushed from rural areas and pulled towards city
They go in search if a better life for themselves and their children
Rapid urbanisation is causing many problems
