Development(GCSE)

Question 1

What are the first two stages of Rostow’s modernisation Theory?

Answer 1

1. Traditional Society- Technology is limited. Lots of people work in subsistence agriculture. No profit made
2. Preconditions for take- More workers in low tech manufacturing. Farms make profits and new infrastructure built

Question 2

What are the 3rd and 4th stages of Rostow’s Modernisation theory?

Answer 2

3. Take off- Mass manufacturing. Exports are now increasing. Banks and services now set up.
4. Drive to maturity- Sustained growth where new technology is used. Consumer goods now common

Question 3

What is the final stage of Rostow’s theory?

Answer 3

5. Age of mass consumption- People buy goods

Question 4

What is the difference between GDP per capita and HDI?

Answer 4

GDP per capita- A measurement of development in the country.(Standard of living)
HDI- The Human Development Index is a mix of indices that show life expectancy and knowledge

Question 5

What is the difference between Birth Rate and Fertility Rate?

Answer 5

Birth Rate- How many children are born

Fertility Rate- How many times a woman has intercourse

Question 6

What is the difference between Population Structure and Life expectancy?

Answer 6

Population Structure- How many males and females of different age groups are in the population in each place.
Life expectancy- How long the average person is expected to live.