Geog 402:Urban Geography Question Paper
Geog 402:Urban Geography
Course:Education
Institution: Kenya Methodist University question papers
Exam Year:2012
URBAN GEOGRAPHY (GEOG 402) 2ND TRIMESTER 2012
KENYA METHODIST UNIVERSITY
END OF 2''ND ''TRIMESTER 2012 (SCHOOL BASED) EXAMINATIONS
FACULTY : EDUCATION AND SOCIAL SCIENCES
DEPARTMENT : EDUCATION
UNIT CODE : GEOG 402
UNIT TITLE : URBAN GEOGRAPHY
TIME : 2 HOURS
SETION A: Answer all questions
Question One
Define the term urbanization in relation to geography.
(2mks)
Using examples, explain the difference between inter-urban and intra-urban approaches in studying urban geography.
(4mks)
Explain the role of centrifugal force concept in determining urban land use patterns.
(2mks)
Explain the role of mining in emergence of urban centres.
(2mks)
Explain two main characteristics of central business district in urban land centres.
(4mks)
Briefly explain the concept of urban diversity.
(1mk)
SECTION B: Answer any three questions
Question Two
Using the sector model by Hoyt, explain land use patterns in urban areas. (15mks)
Question Three
Explain the major problems caused by growth of urban centres in the world. (15mks)
Question Four
With reference to central place theory, explain growth of urban centres in Kenya. (15mks)
Question Five
Explain the concept of rural-urban fringe emphasizing on their major characteristics. (15mks)
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