Describe two characteristics of a suburban community that differentiate it from an urban community.

Suburban communities have lower population density and are located near cities, often with more spacious homes and less traffic.

Explain the term 'commuting' as it relates to suburban communities.

Commuting refers to the act of traveling to a nearby city for work, which is common for people living in suburban communities.

Advantage: access to many jobs and cultural activities. Disadvantage: high cost of living and crowded conditions.

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

7th Grade · Social Studies · 45 min

I can compare and contrast urban, suburban, and rural communities.

1
An urban community is large and highly populated, with tall buildings and lots of traffic.
2
A suburban community is located near a city, with less traffic and smaller buildings than an urban community.
3
A rural community has very few people and buildings and mainly consists of farmland.

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