FRQ - Urban Models

Directions: You have 25 minutes to answer the following question. It is suggested that you take up to 5 minutes of this time to plan and outline each answer. While a formal essay is not required, it is not enough to answer a question by merely listing facts. Illustrate your answers with substantive geographic examples where appropriate.

Use the images below to answer the following questions.

Identify model A and model B using the correct terminology for each model.

Describe the primary features on which model A is based.

Describe the primary features on which model B is based.

Describe one economic difference related to government income between a residential zone and a commercial zone within a city.

Explain how zoning laws enacted by city officials regulate land use in model A.

Explain how zoning laws enacted by city officials regulate land use in model B.

Compare one socioeconomic difference in the location of residential housing between model A and model B.