Pakistan Studies 2059 · O Level · Internal transport

Internal transport — practice question

Study Fig. 5; it shows a map of southern Pakistan.
(a(i))[3]

On the map, identify these features: Line of longitude A-A; River B; Desert C.

(a(ii))[3]

Describe the natural relief of Area D shown on the map.

(a(iii))[2]

Give reasons for the flooding of the Indus River.

(b(i))[1]

What does the term ‘road network’ mean?

(b(ii))[2]

Finish Fig. 6 by constructing the bar for the motorway from the information given below, using the key provided: Motorway, number of roads = 7.

(b(iii))[4]

Road network density is greatest on the plains of Punjab and Sindh. Explain why mountainous areas of Pakistan have fewer roads. You should develop your answer.

(c(i))[1]

Name one tree species cultivated on plantations in Pakistan.

(c(ii))[3]

Describe three physical factors influencing the distribution of forests.

(d)[6]

Evaluate whether developments in transport networks benefit people and the natural environment in Pakistan or instead create problems. Support your judgement with reasons and examples from what you have studied. You should include both benefits and problems in your response.

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