Urban settlements: past paper questions
Real questions on urban settlements
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- 0976/12 · May/June 2026 · Q2a(i)[1]
What percentage of the population of Berlin cycle to work?
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Complete Figure 2.1 to show the following information about transport to work in Hong Kong. public transport = 47% walk = 45%
See it on the paper → - 0976/12 · May/June 2026 · Q2a(iii)[3]
Using Figure 2.1 only, describe the differences in methods of transport to work used by people in London and New York. Do not use statistics in your answer. bs bn Allee
See it on the paper → - 0976/12 · May/June 2026 · Q2b(i)[3]
Describe the variation in the number of vehicles on an average working day in the CBD of New York. You should use statistics in your answer.
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Explain how the use of public transport can reduce problems caused by traffic congestion in urban areas.
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(c) For anamed urban area you have studied, describe a change in land use. Explain why this change in land use has caused problems. name urban area .......... Turn over Answer one question from this section. Section B
See it on the paper → - 0976/12 · May/June 2025 · Q2c[7]
For a named urban area you have studied, describe the impacts of urban growth on the surrounding rural area. Name of urban area Section B Answer one question from this section.
See it on the paper → - 0976/22 · May/June 2025 · Q6c[4]
Fig. 6.2 shows a sketch map of a self-build site-and-services scheme on the edge of the city for rehousing squatter settlement residents living near the CBD. • all housing plots served by roads, drains, water supply and sewage system links w f p po • five types of housing plots available from type A – concrete base, to...
See it on the paper → - 0976/12 · October/November 2024 · Q2a(i)[1]
What term is used to describe the increase in the percentage of population living in urban areas? Underline the correct answer from the following list. depopulation distribution migration urbanisation
See it on the paper → - 0976/12 · October/November 2024 · Q2a(ii)[2]
Using Fig. 2.1, put the following countries in rank order according to the percentage of their population living in urban areas. Germany Ghana first Peru largest second third smallest
See it on the paper → - 0976/12 · October/November 2024 · Q2a(iii)[3]
Using Fig. 2.1, describe the relationship between GNP per person and the percentage of population living in urban areas. Refer to continents in your answer, but do not use statistics.
See it on the paper → - 0976/12 · October/November 2024 · Q2a(iv)[4]
Give four different reasons why the percentage of the population living in urban areas in LEDCs is increasing.
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Using evidence from Fig. 2.2 only, describe the changes in the rate of increase in the population of Nairobi between 1900 and 2020. Use statistics to support your answer.
See it on the paper → - 0976/12 · October/November 2024 · Q2c[7]
For a named urban area you have studied, explain how the authorities have attempted to improve the lives of people living in squatter settlements. Name of urban area Section B Answer one question from this section.
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What was the total urban population in 2000? billion
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Compare the urban population living in North America in 1950 with 2050 (estimated). Use statistics to support your answer.
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Put the following continents in rank order according to their urban population in 1950, 2000 and 2050 (estimated). Africa Asia Europe 1950 first highest second third lowest first highest second third 2000 lowest 2050 (estimated) first second third highest lowest
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Describe four different problems faced by people living in large urban areas in LEDCs.
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Describe three characteristics of the housing shown by X in Fig. 2.2.
See it on the paper → - 0976/12 · October/November 2023 · Q2b(i)[3]
Explain how a public transport system, such as the Kuala Lumpur Metro, reduces traffic congestion.
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What examiners said
Candidates used a variety of urban areas, including New York, London and Bangkok. Only a small number were able to make developed statements which described the impacts of urban growth on the rural areas. Instead, many made simple statements which achieved Level 1 only, such as air pollution, noise from the urban area, increased traffic and people being forced to migrate. These points could have b...
— Examiner report, May/June 2025, 0976/12 Q2(c) (Cambridge)
Stronger responses made clear the advantages and disadvantages of the self-build site-andservices scheme house compared with the previous squatter settlement in the CBD. They recognised the better provision of services such as schools which would lead to a better education for their children, and a water supply and sewage works which meant a better level of sanitation and a healthier environment....
— Examiner report, May/June 2025, 0976/22 Q6(c) (Cambridge)
Many candidates correctly explained that if people used the Metro, it would reduce the number of cars on the road. The more discerning candidates expanded their responses to consider the greater carrying capacity of the Metro as well as the use of an independent track. Common incorrect responses tended to describe advantages to users of the Metro rather than focussing as required on why it reduces...
— Examiner report, October/November 2023, 0976/12 Q2(b)(i) (Cambridge)
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