Question

Which one of the following forms of settlement develops along either side of roads, rivers or canals?
a. Circular
b. Linear
c. Cross Shaped
d. Square

Answer 1

Answer:

Explanation:

B linear

Answer 2

Linear forms of settlement develop along either side of roads, rivers or canals

Answer: Option b.

Explanation:

• Linear settlements pattern is produced when the settlement evolves to take advantage of linear features such as a road or a railway track or seacoast.
• In such instances houses are built as close to the railway track or road or the coast as possible and the resultant shape of the settlement is linear. Such settlements may sometimes develop due to the site characteristics also.
• Many of the settlements in flood-prone river valley plains also have a linear shape.