Question 1:
The table provides evidence that could be cited to support which of the following statements?
Answer: Houston is rapidly becoming a very diverse city.
(Reason: The diversity in the ethnic composition of the population, as shown by the significant percentages of various ethnic groups, supports the statement.)
Question 2:
What is cultural diffusion?
Answer: the spreading of culture over space to other locations through communication, trade, and migration.
Question 3:
Describe a key difference between urban and rural economies.
Answer: Urban areas tend to have greater population density.
(Reason: Urban economies are often characterized by a higher concentration of people leading to different economic activities as compared to rural areas.)
Question 4:
Which of the following is a problem associated with mega cities?
Answer: concentration of demand for water.
(Reason: Mega cities, due to their large populations, often face challenges related to resource management, including access to sufficient water supply.)