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Urban Geography and Social Justice

Description: Urban Geography and Social Justice Quiz
Number of Questions: 15
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What is the term used to describe the process of gentrification, where a low-income neighborhood becomes more affluent and expensive?

  1. Urban renewal

  2. Displacement

  3. Revitalization

  4. Redevelopment


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Displacement is the process of gentrification where low-income residents are forced to move out of their neighborhood due to rising housing costs and other factors.

Which of the following is a common characteristic of urban sprawl?

  1. High population density

  2. Mixed-use development

  3. Compact urban form

  4. Long commuting distances


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Urban sprawl is characterized by low-density development and long commuting distances, as people live far from their jobs and other activities.

What is the term used to describe the concentration of poverty and social problems in certain urban areas?

  1. Urban decay

  2. Social exclusion

  3. Spatial inequality

  4. Concentrated poverty


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Concentrated poverty refers to the concentration of poverty and social problems in certain urban areas, often leading to social exclusion and spatial inequality.

Which of the following is a key element of sustainable urban development?

  1. Promoting public transportation

  2. Preserving green spaces

  3. Encouraging mixed-use development

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Sustainable urban development involves promoting public transportation, preserving green spaces, encouraging mixed-use development, and other strategies to create more livable and sustainable cities.

What is the term used to describe the process of creating more affordable housing in gentrifying neighborhoods?

  1. Inclusionary zoning

  2. Community land trusts

  3. Rent control

  4. Historic preservation


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Inclusionary zoning is a policy that requires developers to include a certain percentage of affordable housing units in new developments, helping to create more affordable housing options in gentrifying neighborhoods.

Which of the following is a common challenge faced by urban planners in promoting social justice?

  1. NIMBYism

  2. Lack of funding

  3. Political opposition

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Urban planners often face challenges such as NIMBYism (Not In My Backyard) attitudes, lack of funding, and political opposition when trying to promote social justice and implement progressive urban policies.

What is the term used to describe the process of creating more walkable and bikeable neighborhoods?

  1. Complete streets

  2. Traffic calming

  3. Transit-oriented development

  4. Green infrastructure


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Complete streets are designed to accommodate all users, including pedestrians, cyclists, and public transportation, making neighborhoods more walkable and bikeable.

Which of the following is a key element of participatory urban planning?

  1. Community engagement

  2. Public hearings

  3. Transparency

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Participatory urban planning involves community engagement, public hearings, transparency, and other strategies to ensure that residents have a voice in the planning process and their needs are taken into account.

What is the term used to describe the process of creating more mixed-use developments, where residential, commercial, and other uses are integrated?

  1. Zoning

  2. Land use planning

  3. Mixed-use development

  4. Urban design


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Mixed-use development refers to the integration of residential, commercial, and other uses in the same development, creating more vibrant and sustainable neighborhoods.

Which of the following is a common strategy for addressing food insecurity in urban areas?

  1. Community gardens

  2. Farmers' markets

  3. Food banks

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Community gardens, farmers' markets, food banks, and other strategies are used to address food insecurity in urban areas by providing access to affordable and healthy food options.

What is the term used to describe the process of creating more equitable access to public transportation?

  1. Transit equity

  2. Transportation justice

  3. Mobility justice

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Transit equity, transportation justice, and mobility justice are terms used to describe the goal of creating more equitable access to public transportation, particularly for marginalized communities.

Which of the following is a key element of climate-resilient urban design?

  1. Green infrastructure

  2. Renewable energy

  3. Water conservation

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Climate-resilient urban design involves incorporating green infrastructure, renewable energy, water conservation, and other strategies to create cities that are more resilient to the impacts of climate change.

What is the term used to describe the process of creating more inclusive and welcoming public spaces?

  1. Placemaking

  2. Public art

  3. Community engagement

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Placemaking, public art, community engagement, and other strategies are used to create more inclusive and welcoming public spaces that are accessible and enjoyable for all.

Which of the following is a common challenge faced by urban planners in promoting social justice in rapidly growing cities?

  1. Lack of affordable housing

  2. Transportation inequality

  3. Environmental injustice

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Rapidly growing cities often face challenges such as lack of affordable housing, transportation inequality, environmental injustice, and other social justice issues that urban planners must address.

What is the term used to describe the process of creating more sustainable and equitable food systems in urban areas?

  1. Urban agriculture

  2. Food policy councils

  3. Community-supported agriculture

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Urban agriculture, food policy councils, community-supported agriculture, and other strategies are used to create more sustainable and equitable food systems in urban areas.

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