Site and Situation (Leaving Cert Geography): Quizzes
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What does 'site' refer to in settlement geography?
What does 'site' refer to in settlement geography?
The specific land a settlement is built on
What does 'situation' refer to in settlement geography?
What does 'situation' refer to in settlement geography?
Location relative to surrounding area
What three essential services did rivers provide for early settlements?
What three essential services did rivers provide for early settlements?
Fresh water, transport routes, meeting pts
What altitude is generally more favourable for settlement development?
What altitude is generally more favourable for settlement development?
Below 200 metres
Why are south-facing slopes preferable for settlements?
Why are south-facing slopes preferable for settlements?
They receive more sunshine daily
What are 'dry points' in settlement geography?
What are 'dry points' in settlement geography?
Locations above river flood levels
What economic activities did coastal settlements engage in?
What economic activities did coastal settlements engage in?
Fishing, maritime trade, & shipping
What are natural routeways in settlement situation?
What are natural routeways in settlement situation?
Gaps & valleys formed by rivers/glaciers
What are examples of developed routeways?
What are examples of developed routeways?
Motorways and railway lines
Which factor explains modern settlement growth and expansion?
Which factor explains modern settlement growth and expansion?
Situation advantages
What site advantage did Kenmare gain from its river location?
What site advantage did Kenmare gain from its river location?
Fertile alluvial soils from floods
What makes Kenmare a route centre (situation factor)?
What makes Kenmare a route centre (situation factor)?
Junction of national & regional routes
What type of terrain do most settlements prefer for building?
What type of terrain do most settlements prefer for building?
Flat or gently sloping land