UNIT 4 LESSON 2

Patterns of Human Settlement

1. Which of the following is not a type of human settlement pattern?

a) Linear settlement
b) Clustered settlement
c) Scattered settlement
d) Urban settlement

2. Which type of settlement pattern is characterized by buildings constructed in a straight line

along a road, river, or coastline?
a) Linear settlement
b) Clustered settlement
c) Scattered settlement
d) Urban settlement

3. Which type of settlement pattern is commonly found in rural areas and is characterized by
isolated buildings scattered over a wide area of land?
a) Linear settlement
b) Clustered settlement
c) Scattered settlement
d) Urban settlement

4. Cities are an example of which type of settlement pattern?

a) Linear settlement
b) Clustered settlement
c) Scattered settlement
d) Urban settlement

5. Which type of settlement pattern offers easy access to transportation routes, water sources, or
fishing opportunities?
a) Linear settlement
b) Clustered settlement
c) Scattered settlement
d) Urban settlement
6. Which profession is responsible for designing buildings and ensuring they meet safety and
construction regulations?
a) Architects
b) Urban planners
c) Engineers
d) Construction workers

7. Which profession is responsible for designing cities, neighborhoods, and living spaces to ensure
they are functional, comfortable, and attractive?
a) Architects
b) Urban planners
c) Engineers
d) Construction workers

8. What is the main goal of architects and urban planners when designing human settlements?
a) Maximizing profit
b) Minimizing environmental impact
c) Creating better facilities and buildings
d) Ensuring equal access to resources

9. Which factor does NOT influence the growth and development of human settlements?
a) Geography of the settlement area
b) Resources available
c) Mode of transportation
d) Meeting human needs

10. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a clustered settlement pattern?

a) Buildings close to one another.
b) Concentration around a central service area
c) Availability of social services and job opportunities
d) Scattered or isolated buildings

11. Which type of settlement pattern is more likely to have efficient public services and good
transportation links?
a) Linear settlement
b) Clustered settlement
c) Scattered settlement
d) Urban settlement
12. Which type of settlement pattern is more commonly associated with agricultural land use?
a) Linear settlement
b) Clustered settlement
c) Scattered settlement
d) Urban settlement

13. Which type of settlement pattern is usually found in mountainous or hilly areas?
a) Linear settlement
b) Clustered settlement
c) Scattered settlement
d) Urban settlement

14. Which profession focuses on monitoring the construction of buildings and ensuring they are
built properly?
a) Architects
b) Urban planners
c) Engineers
d) Construction workers

15. Which type of settlement pattern is characterized by buildings concentrated along a road, river,
or coastline, but not necessarily in a straight line?
a) Linear settlement
b) Clustered settlement
c) Scattered settlement
d) Urban settlement