O-LevelGeographyPopulation and settlement2217/21 · Oct/Nov 2010 · Q38 Marks
Study Photograph A (Insert 1) which shows a settlement in central Spain, and Fig. 3, which is a map of the settlement and its surroundings. [Photograph A] [Figure 3]
- (a)Describe the settlement shown in Photograph A.[2]
- (b)Study Fig. 3 and explain how physical factors may have influenced the choice of site for this settlement.[2]
- (c)This settlement attracts many tourists. A proposal has been made to build a hotel in area Y on Photograph A. Suggest two advantages and two disadvantages of building a hotel in area Y. Advantages Disadvantages[4]
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- [2] (a) Walled; Nucleated; Dense / buildings close together; White / stone coloured; Sloping rooves; Trees among buildings
- [2] (b) Within river meander; Adjacent to gorge / on hill; Wet point; At bridge point
- [4] (c) Advantages: close to town; good view of river; undeveloped land; access road. Disadvantages: very steep slope – building and access; spoils natural area; flooding. Two marks in each section
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