Pakistan Studies 2059 · O Level · Distribution and density of population

Distribution and density of population — practice question

(a(i))[2]

Study Fig. 4.1, which is a map showing population density in southern and western Pakistan. Identify the population density for the locations labelled X and Y on Fig. 4.1. X ........................................ people per square kilometre Y ........................................ people per square kilometre

(a(ii))[4]

Suggest two physical factors that could account for differences in population density between areas X and Y. You should develop your answer. 1 ........................................ 2 ........................................

(b(i))[2]

Study Fig. 4.2, a population pyramid that shows the population structure of Pakistan in 2020. Complete Fig. 4.2 using the information in the table. Table shows: - age group 5-9, male, 6.0% - age group 55-59, female, 1.5%

(b(ii))[1]

Using Fig. 4.2, identify the male age group that accounts for 3.9% of the total population. Circle the correct answer. 15-19 30-34 35-39 45-49

(b(iii))[3]

State three effects of a high percentage of young dependents (people aged 0-19) in Pakistan’s population structure. 1 ........................................ 2 ........................................ 3 ........................................

(b(iv))[2]

Give two reasons for a rising percentage of older dependents (people aged 60 or over) in Pakistan’s population structure. 1 ........................................ 2 ........................................

(c(i))[1]

Define ‘seasonal migration’.

(c(ii))[4]

Describe four causes of population migration to urban areas in Pakistan. 1 ........................................ 2 ........................................ 3 ........................................ 4 ........................................

(d)[6]

Rural-urban migration can cause problems in urban areas. To what extent have measures used to improve housing and services in urban areas solved these problems in Pakistan? Give reasons to support your judgement and refer to examples you have studied. You should consider different points of view in your answer.

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