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What is a settlement?
→ A place where people live.
What does altitude mean?
→ The height of land above sea level.
Do people prefer high or low altitude for settlement?
→ Low altitude.
What is aspect?
→ The direction a slope faces (e.g., south-facing).
Why do people like south-facing slopes?
→ They get more sunshine and warmth.
What is drainage?
→ How well land gets rid of water.
Why is good drainage important for settlements?
→ To avoid flooding.
What is slope?
→ How steep or flat the land is.
Why do people prefer gentle slopes for building?
→ Easier to build on.
What does shelter mean in settlements?
→ Protection from strong winds or bad weather.
What is a nodal point?
→ A place where roads or routes meet.
What is a bridging point on a river?
→ A place where it’s easy to build a bridge across.
Why do people settle near the coast?
→ For fishing, trade, and transport.
What is relief?
→ The shape and height of the land.
What is the difference between rural and urban settlements?
→ Rural = countryside, small population; urban = towns/cities, large population.
