World Geography Istanbul
Which of these is a major difference between Istanbul and Ankara?
Istanbul attracts more tourists.
What defines the largest city in a country as a primate city?
It has twice as many people as the next largest city.
What aspect of the situation of Constantinople is shown on the map below?
It was located on important trade routes.
What aspect of the site of Constantinople helped the city withstand many attacks?
It was surrounded on three sides by water.
Which of these generalizations is true of most primate cities?
They are located on bodies of water
The Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, and Blue Mosque all reflect Turkey's
history and culture.
Which of these is most likely to draw someone from a rural area to a primate city to live?
job opportunities.
Where does the capital city of Ankara stand in Turkey's urban hierarchy?
near the top.