Sec 2 Unit 5 settlement patterns

Sec 2 unit 5

1. SETTLEMENT PATTERNS Unit 5 Chong boon secondary geography (sec 2)

2. By the end of this unit you will be able to: Identify settlement patterns on a topographical map Describe the key features of the settlement patterns. Objectives

3. 3 key types : Dispersed Settlement Linear Settlement Nucleated Settlement Types of settlement patterns

4. Form and Pattern Scattering of houses Large land area coverage Development of Dispersed Settlements Hilly areas Large expanses of land Agricultural purpose Dispersed Settlements

5. Take a look at the sample

6. Form and Pattern Grouping of houses along a line Along transport routes, coasts, riverbanks Development of Linear Settlements Along transport routes to access the travellers along the way / maximise the transport route Found in both Rural and Urban areas. Linear Settlements

7. Take a look at the sample

8. Form and Pattern Grouping of many houses cramped together Around a nucleus ( centre ) Range of sizes (small town to large cities) Development of Nucleated Settlements Develop around a favourable site (junction / market / key confluence of rivers) Nucleated Settlements

9. Take a look at the sample

10. Let’s turn to Pg 40 of our textbooks. In pairs, answer the 3 questions on the page. Good luck Trial Exercise

11. Complete your worksheet in 15 minutes Good luck Class Exercise (15 minutes)