Urban Growth Answers

Pollution is a problem associated with urban sprawl, but not with upward growth.

What is the main cause of urban migration in the United States?a.Rural communities are no longer necessary.b.Urban dwelling provides better access to goods, services, and jobs.c.Urban communities reduce human impact on the environment.d.Rural communities are unable to support life in the long-term.

Which of the following is a stressful environmental condition found in degraded areas of New York City? a. The soils are more contaminated, compacted, and disturbed. b. There are too many essential organisms in the soil. c. Surrounding wetlands absorb water too quickly. d. Brownfields tend to be cooler and drier than other areas. Please select the best answer from the choices provided

Urban sprawl is a possible cause of deforestation.

Which of the following is not a negative consequence of upward urban growth?a.pollutionb.creation of a “heat island”c.increased use of surrounding landd.waste management issues

Upward growth usually occurs when _______.a.high-rise buildings are availableb.spreading out is possiblec.resource conservation is unimportantd.a limited amount of land is available

Which of the following statements about rural communities is true?a.Rural communities can support any population size.b.More people in the United States live in rural communities than they did in 1900.c.Rural communities were built based on the location of available resources.d.People in developed countries are moving back to rural communities.

The opening of which of the following has not contributed to the increase in Istanbul’s population? a. universities and dormitories b. military divisions c. hotels d. prisons Please select the best answer from the choices provided

Upward growth of cities has no environmental impact.

Developing countries tend to have more people in urban areas than rural areas.