Community Types
Grade 1Social Studies45 min
Learning Objective
I can name three different types of communities, like urban, suburban, and rural. A community is a population of various individuals in a common location. It can be characterized as urban, suburban, or rural. Population density and use of the land are some characteristics that define and distinguish types of communities.
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Practice
7 questions • Short answer
Exit Ticket
“Name one type of community where many people live close together in tall buildings. Name a type of community that is located near a city, but is not as crowded. ”
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