Examine Fig. 2.1 (Insert), a photograph of part of the River Swat and its floodplain. Using Fig. 2.1 only, identify two natural features of the floodplain. 1 ........................................ 2 ........................................
Floodplains may be used for transport and communications. State three other uses of floodplains in Pakistan. 1 ........................................ 2 ........................................ 3 ........................................
Describe the ways flooding in Pakistan can affect transport and communications.
Finish Fig. 2.2, a divided bar chart illustrating the percentage share of total water used in Pakistan. Refer to the table and the key. Table shows: - agriculture: 91% - manufacturing: 5% Key shows: agriculture, manufacturing, household.
Using Fig. 2.2, calculate the gap between the percentage of water used in agriculture and the percentage of water used in households. ............................ %
Describe the ways rivers and streams may become polluted.
State two strategies used to reduce river and stream pollution in Pakistan. 1 ........................................ 2 ........................................
Explain two ways in which water supply problems could lead to conflict. You should develop your answer. 1 ........................................ 2 ........................................
Evaluate the extent to which investment in a clean water supply is important for Pakistan’s sustainable development. Give reasons to support your judgement and refer to examples you have studied. You should consider different points of view in your answer.