People and Places: Settlement Patterns · Human Geography

Factors Affecting Settlement

Exploring the physical and human drivers that lead to the establishment of towns and cities.

Key Questions

  1. 1Why do major cities often develop near coastal areas or river systems?
  2. 2How do historical trade routes continue to influence modern settlement patterns?
  3. 3To what extent does climate limit where humans can build sustainable communities?

ACARA Content Descriptions

AC9G7K04
Year: Year 7
Subject: Geography
Unit: People and Places: Settlement Patterns
Period: Human Geography

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