Human Geography: Economic Change in the UK
Geography
Year 9
9 questions
~18 mins
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This worksheet explores how economic activities and industries in the UK have changed over time. Use your knowledge to answer the following questions.
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Human Geography: Economic Change in the UK
Subject: GeographyGrade: Year 9
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This worksheet explores how economic activities and industries in the UK have changed over time. Use your knowledge to answer the following questions.
Answer all questions in the spaces provided.
1.
Describe what is meant by the term 'deindustrialisation' and explain one reason why it occurred in the UK during the late 20th century.
[4 marks]2.
Identify two new types of industries that have contributed to economic growth in the UK since the 1980s.
[3 marks]3.
Explain how the closure of traditional industries can impact local communities.
[4 marks]4.
Draw a simple diagram to show the difference between a traditional manufacturing industry and a modern service industry in terms of their location and activities.
[6 marks]Drawing / Sketch space
5.
Discuss one way in which the UK government has encouraged the growth of the technology sector.
[4 marks]6.
Describe how tourism has become an important part of the UK's economy.
[3 marks]7.
Explain what is meant by 'globalisation' and how it has affected industries in the UK.
[4 marks]8.
Identify one positive and one negative effect of economic change in urban areas of the UK.
[4 marks]9.
Sketch a map outline showing the typical locations of manufacturing industries and service industries within the UK. Label the regions where each is most commonly found.
[8 marks]Drawing / Sketch space
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