A GOG 225 Study Guide - Midterm Guide: Rural Flight, Socalled, Keynesian Economics
Document Summary
Study guide for the midterm exam: review the 12 types of cities that we have covered in class so far. Be able to explain the characteristics of each of these city types and provide examples of cities that fit each type. (note: the midterm will only cover the first 12 of the 13 city types). Review what is meant by or involved with the following words, themes, institutions, people, countries, regions etc. Introductory themes and concepts (classes 1 through 8): How would you define the following terms that are used frequently in this course: Be able to give/name examples of such cities. Define the rank-size rule of economic development. Define the primate city rule of economic development. Compare the rank-size and primate city rules. List the advantages and disadvantages of these two types. Describe the relationship between specialists and cities. List 3-5 public policy measures associated with neoliberalism in the united states.
