Geography: Physical and Human - Online Learning Quizzes

Question 1

Which of these is NOT a commonly used map projection to represent the Earth?

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Perspective

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Cylindrical

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Conic

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Azimuthal

Question 2

Which factor does NOT influence the natural distribution of resources on Earth?

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Government regulations

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Geology

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Climate

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Biological processes

Question 3

Which of these is a composite geographic projection, not a true projection of the Earth's surface?

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Robinson projection

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Mercator projection

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Transverse Mercator projection

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Azimuthal equidistant projection

Question 4

Which imaginary line separates the Earth into the Northern and Southern Hemispheres?

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Equator

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Tropic of Cancer

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Prime Meridian

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International Date Line

Question 5

Which part of the Earth is mainly made of solid rock?

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Lithosphere

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Atmosphere

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Asthenosphere

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Hydrosphere

Question 6

Which of these is a primary type of map projection?

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Cylindrical

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Azimuthal

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Interrupted

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Thematic

Question 7

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a cartographic map projection?

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Distorts the Earth's surface

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Preserves shape

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Preserves distance

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Preserves direction

Question 8

Which of the following is NOT a type of map projection used to create two-dimensional maps of the Earth's surface?

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Globes

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Cylindrical

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Conic

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Azimuthal

Question 9

Which of the following factors does NOT have a direct impact on a region's climate?

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Industrial development

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Latitude

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Elevation

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Proximity to water bodies

Question 10

What is the main purpose of a geographic information system (GIS)?

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Managing and analyzing spatial data

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Storing data about the Earth's physical features

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Creating maps

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Visualizing data in 3D

Question 11

Which map projection is not commonly used to create world maps?

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Orthographic projection

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Mercator projection

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Robinson projection

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Peters projection

Question 12

What is the definition of latitude?

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The distance north or south of the Equator, measured in degrees from 0° to 90°.

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The distance east or west of the Prime Meridian, measured in degrees from 0° to 180°.

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The height above or below sea level, measured in meters.

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The time difference between two locations due to their different longitudes.

Question 13

Which map projection features parallel lines of longitude and evenly spaced vertical lines of latitude?

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Mercator

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Azimuthal

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Topographic

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Political

Question 14

Which imaginary lines on a map run parallel to the equator and are used to measure latitude?

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Parallels

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Meridians

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Contours

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Isolines

Question 15

Which map projection accurately displays the relative sizes of Earth's landmasses, even if their shapes are distorted?

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Gall-Peters

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Mercator

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Robinson

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Azimuthal Equidistant

Question 16

Which map projection maintains precise shapes and angles, potentially resulting in distorted sizes?

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Mercator projection

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Robinson projection

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Conic projection

Question 17

Which map projection is ideal for navigation and marine chart creation?

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Mercator projection

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Stereographic projection

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Robinson projection

Question 18

Which imaginary line circles the Earth and separates the northern and southern halves?

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Equator

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Prime Meridian

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International Date Line

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Tropic of Cancer

Question 19

Which map projection is commonly used for world maps, despite making landmasses near the poles appear larger than they are?

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Mercator Projection

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Cylindrical Equidistant Projection

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Robinson Projection

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Gnomonic Projection

Question 20

What sets rural geography apart from other branches of geography?

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Rural geography primarily examines the relationship between humans and their natural environment.

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Rural geography mainly focuses on studying urban areas.

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Rural geography exclusively uses mathematical and statistical methods for data analysis.

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Rural geography solely studies the physical aspects of non-urban areas.

Question 21

Megacities are rapidly growing urban centers with unique characteristics and challenges. Which of the following factors is a primary contributor to these unique features and challenges?

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High population density

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Access to abundant natural resources

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Proximity to major transportation hubs

Question 22

Where is the Tropic of Cancer located?

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23.5° North

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0°

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23.5° South

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90° North

Question 23

Which feature is generally not associated with urban geography?

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Large-scale agriculture

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High population density

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Extensive transportation systems

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Limited access to basic services

Question 24

Which of these is a physical characteristic of the Earth's surface?

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Mountain range

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Population density

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National border

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Agricultural land

Question 25

Which of the following is NOT a line of latitude?

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Prime Meridian

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Tropic of Cancer

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Equator

Question 26

In rural geography, which feature is distinctive and primarily linked to its low population density?

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Dominance of farming

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High concentration of population

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Advanced infrastructure

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Bustling commercial and industrial centers

Question 27

What is the main purpose of geographic information systems (GIS) in geography?

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Analyzing and visualizing spatial data

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Creating navigation routes

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Making detailed maps of Earth

Question 28

Which subfield of historical geography examines the evolving relationship between human activities and their geographical environments?

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Historical ecology

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Historical cartography

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Historical climatology

Question 29

What is a limitation of using a Mercator projection?

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It exaggerates the size of landmasses at high latitudes.

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It accurately represents the size and shape of landmasses.

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It shows accurate distances and directions for navigation.

Question 30

What tool is used to depict the Earth's surface on a flat plane?

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Map

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Globe

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Computer model

Question 31

Which characteristic is a defining feature of rural areas, resulting from their low population density?

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Dominance of agriculture and farming

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High population density

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Extensive infrastructure and transportation networks

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Concentration of white-collar professions and service industries

Question 32

Which of the following is a defining characteristic of rural geography, considering its typically low population density?

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Greater focus on agriculture and natural resource use

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High population density compared to urban areas

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Extensive urban development and infrastructure

Question 33

Which map projection is specifically designed for long-distance navigation and charting?

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Mercator projection

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Azimuthal equidistant projection

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Orthographic projection

Question 34

What is a defining characteristic of urban geography?

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High population density

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Predominance of farming

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Limited transportation options

Question 35

What is the main reason for the different languages spoken around the world?

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People moving from one place to another over time

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Borders between countries

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Mountains and rivers

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Weather and temperature

Question 36

Define sustainable development and explain its implications for economic growth, social equity, and environmental conservation. Provide examples of its successful and unsuccessful implementation.

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Sustainable development aims to balance economic growth, social equity, and environmental conservation, ensuring the needs of the present are met without compromising the future's ability to meet its own needs.

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Sustainable development prioritizes environmental conservation over economic growth and social equity.

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Sustainable development is a theoretical concept that cannot be applied in practice.

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Sustainable development is a recent concept that emerged in the 21st century.

Question 37

How does the choice of map projection affect the accuracy of distances shown on a map?

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Map projections can distort distances, making some locations appear farther or closer than they actually are.

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Map projections do not impact the perceived distance between locations.

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Map projections only affect the appearance of landmasses, not the distance between them.

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The choice of map projection is irrelevant as long as the scale is accurate.

Question 38

Which approach is most effective in promoting sustainable tourism, considering its economic, environmental, and social implications?

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Collaborative approach involving local communities, businesses, and government bodies in tourism planning and management

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Unrestricted tourism development to maximize economic benefits

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Strict regulations on tourism activities without considering economic impacts

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Focusing primarily on attracting high-spending tourists to generate maximum revenue

Question 39

Which of the following is NOT a major physical feature of the contiguous United States?

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Amazon River

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Great Plains

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Rocky Mountains

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Appalachian Mountains

Question 40

Which climate region of the United States is characterized by hot, humid summers and cold winters?

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Humid Continental

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Mediterranean

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Tropical Rainforest

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Subarctic

Question 41

The largest concentration of population in the United States is primarily located in the:

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Northeastern Megalopolis

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Sun Belt

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Great Lakes Region

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Pacific Northwest

Question 42

What is the name of the vast, rolling grassland region in the central United States?

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Great Plains

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Rocky Mountains

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Appalachian Mountains

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Mississippi River Valley

Question 43

The term 'Sun Belt' primarily refers to which region of the United States?

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South and West regions

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Northeastern coastal region

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Great Lakes region

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Pacific Northwest

Question 44

Which of the following is a major environmental concern in the Great Lakes region?

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Water pollution

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Air pollution

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Deforestation

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Soil erosion

Question 45

What is a potential challenge of using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) in urban planning?

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GIS can provide inaccurate data, leading to flawed planning decisions.

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GIS is too expensive for most urban planning departments.

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GIS is only useful for creating maps, which are not essential for urban planning.

Question 46

How does globalization, characterized by increased interconnectedness and cultural exchange, influence national identity?

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Globalization creates a hybrid and adaptable sense of national identity that combines local and global elements.

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Globalization strengthens and preserves existing national identities.

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Globalization eliminates national identities, leading to a single global culture.

Question 47

Which of the following is NOT a major Earth feature?

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Politics

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Mountains

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Oceans

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Continents

Question 48

Which process describes the interconnections and dependencies between different parts of the world?

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Globalization

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Imperialism

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Colonialism

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Modernization

Question 49

Which economic sector focuses on extracting and processing raw materials?

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Primary sector

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Secondary sector

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Tertiary sector

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Quaternary sector

Question 50

Which of the following is an example of a sustainable practice?

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Recycling

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Deforestation

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Burning fossil fuels

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Overfishing

Question 51

Globalization has primarily led to:

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Enhanced global interconnectedness

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Increased isolation

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Reduced cross-cultural exchange

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Eliminated language barriers

Question 52

Which of the following is a major mountain range in the United States?

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Appalachian Mountains

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Andes Mountains

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Himalayan Mountains

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Alpine Mountains

Question 53

A characteristic of the American Midwest is:

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Flat topography

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Arid climate

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Dense forests

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High mountain ranges

Question 54

Cultural diffusion refers to:

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Cultural traits spreading from one society to another.

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Cultures remaining isolated and unchanged over time.

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Cultures being destroyed when they come into contact with each other.

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Cultural change occurring only in a linear fashion.

Question 55

The goal of sustainable development is to:

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Meet the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.

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Promote economic growth regardless of environmental consequences.

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Deplete natural resources as quickly as possible.

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Ignore the environmental consequences of human activities.

Question 56

When creating maps, what should cartographers prioritize?

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Ensuring the map accurately reflects the physical and human features of the region

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Using bright colors and visually appealing designs

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Including as much information as possible, even if it makes the map cluttered and difficult to read

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Exaggerating certain features to emphasize their importance

Question 57

Which feature distinguishes a remote sensing image captured using radar technology from one captured using visible light?

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Ability to penetrate clouds

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Higher resolution

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More detailed information

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Lower acquisition cost

Question 58

Which factor makes a community LESS vulnerable to natural disasters?

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Strong community bonds

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Poverty

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Limited access to education

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Inadequate housing

Question 59

What is a key principle for effective disaster preparedness?

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Community involvement

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Centralized decision-making

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Exclusive use of technology

Question 60

Which sustainable urban planning practices can effectively reduce cities' carbon footprint?

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Promote green building practices and energy-efficient infrastructure

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Expand public transportation and discourage car reliance

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Prioritize economic development over sustainability initiatives

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Promote urban sprawl and low-density housing developments

Question 61

Which of the following is NOT a physical feature of the Earth's surface?

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Vegetation

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Mountains

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Rivers

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Volcanoes

Question 62

What is the name of the theory that explains the distribution of species based on their adaptation to specific environmental conditions?

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Biogeography

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Adaptation

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Evolution

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Natural selection

Question 63

Which of the following is a major climate zone characterized by warm temperatures year-round and abundant rainfall?

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Tropical rainforest

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Desert

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Temperate forest

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Tundra

Question 64

What is the process by which humans intentionally alter the environment to meet their needs?

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Modification

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Conservation

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Exploitation

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Preservation