2. Changing Populations and Places

Example Exam Questions

Explain two possible negative consequences for the cities projected to experience very rapid growth. [4] 

“Climate change will eventually become the main reason for human migration.” To what extent do you agree with this statement? [10] 

Using a named contemporary megacity - examine the geographical consequences of the cities rapid growth. [10] 

Explain two causes of forced migration. [4] 

State and explain one environmental push factor causing an instance of forced migration. [3] 

State and explain one political push factor causing an instance of forced migration. [3] 

Explain one reason why the median age of a population could decrease. [2] 

Explain one environmental consequence of one named forced migration. [3] 

“The greatest global demographic challenge is the growth of overpopulated megacities.” To what extent do you agree with this statement? [10] 

Describe the pattern of migration shown on the map. [2] 

Outline what is meant by the rate of natural increase. [2] 

Explain one political cause and one political consequence of forced migration. [4] 

“Resource insecurity is becoming the main cause of forced migration.” To what extent do you agree with this statement? [10] 

Outline what is meant by “fertility rate”. [2] 

Suggest two reasons why fertility rates decline when the status of women is improved. [2+2] [4] 

Explain one cultural reason and one economic reason why fertility rates are decreasing. [2 + 2] [4] 

Explain two ways in which environmental push factors lead to forced migration. [2+2] [4]