Pakistan Studies 2059 · O Level · Structure and growth

Structure and growth — practice question

Study Fig. 1, a map of northern Pakistan. Its key includes the international boundary, disputed boundary and river. In Fig. 1, labels A, B and C mark a shaded mountain area, a city and a river.
(a(i))[3]

On the map, name each of the following: • Mountain range A • City B • River C

(a(ii))[4]

Explain the causes of high rainfall at city B.

(b(i))[1]

What does the term ‘population density’ mean?

(b(ii))[1]

Which province in Pakistan has the greatest population density?

(b(iii))[4]

Explain the physical factors that make places such as the province you named in (ii) have a high population density.

(c(i))[2]

Study Fig. 2 (Insert), which shows two population pyramids for Pakistan. What information does a population pyramid show?

(c(ii))[2]

Identify two ways in which Pakistan’s population structure is expected to alter between 2014 and 2040.

(c(iii))[2]

Give one possible reason for every change identified in (ii).

(d)[6]

Read the two views below about overpopulation in Pakistan: View A says: "The problems caused by overpopulation can only be solved by increasing resources such as food, housing, and essential services." View B says: "The needs of the people can only be met if population growth can be controlled." Which view do you agree with more? Support your answer with reasons and refer to places or examples you have studied.

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