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Case studies we have used in Population
Examples of questions
- Growth of population
- Population density and distribution (USA and Canada)
- Over and under population (Bangladesh and Australia)
- Changing population structure (DTM and population pyramids- and Japan, Gambia, China)
- Dependent populations (Ageing: Japan, Youthful: Gambia)
- Population control (China and Gambia)
- The impact of HIV and AIDS (Botswana)
- Migration (International: Mexico- USA, Migration in Europe)
Examples of questions
- The size of the population in an area may change as a result of natural increase. For an area which you have studied, explain why the rate of natural population growth is high. (7 marks)
- Overpopulation occurs when there are too many people living in an area for the resources which are available. What problems are caused by overpopulation? You should refer to a country or area which you have studied. (7 marks)
- What policies can be used by governments to influence rates of natural population growth? You should refer to at least one example which you have studied. (7 marks)
- Explain why the governments of some countries may be concerned by a rapid growth of population. You may refer to examples which you have studied. (7 marks)
- What strategies are being used to try to reduce the spread of disease in developing countries? You may refer to examples which you have studied. (7 marks)
- The migration of people can be explained in terms of the pull and push factors which influenced their decision to migrate. Examples of types of migration include: international and internal migration, forced and voluntary migration, permanent and seasonal migration. Choose any example of migration and name the areas between which people moved. Explain why many people made the decision to migrate. You should refer both to pull and to push factors. (7 marks)
- Give reasons why it is difficult for governments of developing countries to achieve a reduction in the rate of population growth. (6 marks)
- For a residential area in a named settlement you either know or have studied, describe the changes which have been caused by either an inward or an outward movement of people. Include in your answer changes in housing, services and amenities. (6 marks)
- Explain why governments of developing countries often find it difficult to lower their birth rates. (6 marks)
- Describe the likely effects of an ageing population in an MEDC such as Norway. (5 marks)
- Describe the different ways by which the dependent population is supported in developed and developing countries. (5 marks)
- Describe the positive and negative effects which the migration of large numbers of people may have on the area to which they move. (5 marks)
- Italy, a developed country in Europe, has an ageing population. There are twice as many people aged 60 years and over than children aged below 10 years. What problems may this cause for the country? (5 marks)
- Many migrants from other countries move to cities in Australia, such as Sydney and Melbourne. Describe the effects of international migration on cities such as these. (4 marks)
- Suggest reasons why a greater number of women in developed countries now have their children later in life. (4 marks)
Ways to revise:
A: MIND MAPS: Make mind‑maps or association maps rather than taking linear notes. Mapping your notes by radiating key words out in a pattern of links from a central point will make best use of your memory. If you use colour and images on the maps, you'll be harnessing the power of both sides of your brain ‑ creative and logical.
How to mind map:
Mindmaps can be mostly text…
A: MIND MAPS: Make mind‑maps or association maps rather than taking linear notes. Mapping your notes by radiating key words out in a pattern of links from a central point will make best use of your memory. If you use colour and images on the maps, you'll be harnessing the power of both sides of your brain ‑ creative and logical.
How to mind map:
- Start with the theme in the middle of the page.
- Then develop your main idea.
- Each branch must relate to the branch before it.
- Use only key words and images.
- Key words must be written along the branches.
- Printing your key words makes them more memorable.
- Use highlighters and coloured markers to colour code branches.
- Make things stand out on the page so they stand out in your mind. (This doesn’t show up well on a black and whole photocopied booklet! You should use a different colour for each main branch and all its sub-branches)
- Brainstorm ideas. Be creative.
- Design images you can relate to which will help you remember key information.
Mindmaps can be mostly text…
Or they can include more images (much easier to remember!) Look at this one summarising William Shakespeare’s life……. (again – much better in colour!)
B: Highlight. Target key areas using colours and symbols. Visuals help you remember the facts.
C: Record. Try putting important points, quotes and formulae on tape. If you hear them and read them, they're more likely to sink in.
D: Talk. Read your notes out loud, it's one way of getting them to register.
E: Test. See what you can remember without notes, but avoid testing yourself on subjects you know already. Why not ask someone else to test you?
F: Time. Do past exam papers against the clock, it's an excellent way of getting up to speed and of checking where there are gaps in your knowledge.
Population Debate:
| debate_population_growth.pptx |
POPULATION REVISION BOOKLET:
| population_revision_booklet_igcse.pdf |