Developing World Cities (Leaving Cert Geography): Quizzes
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What population size defines a megacity?
What population size defines a megacity?
Over 10 million people
How many megacities existed worldwide in 2016?
How many megacities existed worldwide in 2016?
28
Why do people migrate from rural to urban areas in developing countries?
Why do people migrate from rural to urban areas in developing countries?
For better access to employment
Approximately how many people live in shanty towns globally?
Approximately how many people live in shanty towns globally?
1 billion people
What is São Paulo's population according to 2016 figures?
What is São Paulo's population according to 2016 figures?
21 million people
How many cars are there in São Paulo?
How many cars are there in São Paulo?
Approx. 6 million
What nickname has São Paulo earned due to respiratory problems?
What nickname has São Paulo earned due to respiratory problems?
Cough city
What was the length of São Paulo's record traffic jam in 2009?
What was the length of São Paulo's record traffic jam in 2009?
293 km
By what % did Operation Rota reduce traffic volume in São Paulo?
By what % did Operation Rota reduce traffic volume in São Paulo?
20%
What % of São Paulo's population lives in favelas?
What % of São Paulo's population lives in favelas?
20%
What do residents receive in site and service schemes?
What do residents receive in site and service schemes?
Full ownership rights
How much does São Paulo earn annually from carbon credits?
How much does São Paulo earn annually from carbon credits?
€15 million