Describe one characteristic that distinguishes a suburban community from an urban community.

Suburban communities are less populated than urban communities and often have more spacious homes.

What is 'commuting,' and which type of community is it most associated with?

Commuting is traveling to a city for work, and it is most associated with suburban communities.

Name: Comparing Communities Urban, Rural, and Suburban
Author: Insta~Lesson

7th Grade · Social Studies · 45 min

I can compare and contrast the characteristics of urban, rural, and suburban communities.

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An urban community is large and highly populated, with tall buildings and lots of traffic.
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A suburban community is located near a city, with less traffic, smaller buildings, and spacious homes.
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A rural community has very few people and buildings and mainly consists of farmland and natural scenery.

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