Sample questions 1. Examine the infographic, which shows the percentage of the population of each continent living in urban areas in 1950 and in 2020.
(i) Which continent has shown the greatest change in urban population between 1950 and 2020?
Then & Now Urban Population Worldwide Percentage share of the urban population by continent in 1950 and 2020
1950 2020
74.9 43.5 14.3
(ii) Which continent has shown the least change in urban population between 1950 and 2020?
Africa 17.5 Asia
Europe Latin America & Caribbean
Northern America
51.1 51.7 41.3 81.2 63.9 83.6
(iii) Describe the trend indicated by the bar chart.
2. ‘Population change is a driving force behind urban change.’ Explain two causes of population change in an area/region you have studied. Exam hint!
3. Cities can be great places to live, but they are not without their problems.
Study the photographs and answer the questions below.
(i) Explain two problems associated with urban change in Irish cities.
(ii) List a solution for each of the problems and explain one.
For Q3(i), clearly state the two problems you have chosen. Explain each problem individually and use named examples of urban areas you have studied. For part (ii) list two solutions – one for each problem mentioned in part (i). You can use solutions mentioned in your case studies to help.