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Unit 1: Think like a Geographer!
Unit 1: Think like a Geographer!
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Which conclusion can be made based on information in the graphic?
English spoken in more than any other language.
Asia is more culturally diverse than other regions.
Europe and the Americas share a common cultural background.
The Pacific region is more isolated
2
the continued loss of arable land in Africa will most likely result in increased —
development of flood relief programs
ownership of small farms
migration from rural communities
exporting of cash crops
3
South America can be considered a culture region because —
the region is home to many various indigenous culture groups
a majority of the population practices the same religion
agriculture is the most common economic activity in region
most of the governments in the region are republics
4
Which cultural trait is influenced by a society’s location, available natural resources
Religious practices
Types of shelter
Musical instruments
Folk stories
5
Geographers would use a grid system on maps to —
predict weather patterns in a region
reveal patterns of migration
define the elevation of mountains
determine the position of a location
6
Muslims are expected to attend the annual Hajj, or pilgrimage to Makkah (Mecca) —
pray at the tomb of Muhammad
honor the sites important to early Islam
meet other Muslims who are in need of charity
provide gifts to religious leaders
7
One economic reason for the general trend of migration from rural to urban areas is that —
people in rural areas have more opportunities to find jobs
rural areas have better access to trade commerce centers
urban areas provide people greater sense of personal safety
people in rural areas access to greater financial services
8
when studying features of Earth. One important geographic question is “Why is it there?”
translating an ancient language
calculating the speed of a river flow
creating a set of government policies
tracing trade routes on a map
9
The student break occurs at the same time Christians observe Christmas. This is an example of —
economic decisions impacting school policies
holiday celebrations affecting students
religious practices influencing culture
special interest groups advocating for change
10
Some societies use recipes using food products that are available locally within their region..
creating routines for survival in winter months
passing customs on to the next generation
encouraging strict religious guidelines
providing alternative types of medicines
11
In the excerpt, the author uses the phrase southern United States to describe a —
Metropolitan Area
Physical Process
Push Factor
Culture Region
12
Which is the set of behaviors, beliefs, and traditions of people that unify a region?
Culture
Climate
Population
Globalization
13
Tejano South Texas is considered a culture region because the people living in the area —
migrated from another country
share a unique lifestyle
speak the same language
adapted to the environment
14
At which geographic location will you find most Russian cities?
Between 60°N and 45°N latitude and 60°E and 75°E longitude
Between 60°N and 75°N latitude and 30°E and 60°E longitude
Between 45°N and 60°N latitude and 30°E and 60°E longitude
Between 45°N and 60°N latitude and 75°E and 90°E longitude
15
when studying features of Earth. One important geographic question is “Where is it located?”
predicting the weather with computer models
using an intersection of longitude and latitude
excavating artifacts left by previous societies
interviewing members of remote tribes
16
According to the map, what Russian city is located at 60° N latitude/ 30° E longitude?
Novgorod
Moscow
St. Petersburg
Rostov
17
Why does the government of India most likely observe Diwali as an official holiday?
The festival recognizes Indian independence from Britain.
Diwali celebrates Indian democracy and education.
As a Hindu holiday, most Indians celebrate the festival.
The Indian government thinks Diwali a patriotic celebration
18
examining satellite images of various ancient monuments in a region, a student could answer?
How was it created?
How has this place changed over time?
What is significant about its location?
Who were the builders?
19
Which of the following terms best completes the web diagram?
Population, Landforms, Climate
Citizenship, Rights, Responsibilities
Labor, Natural Resources, Capital
Celebrations, Rules, Music
20
What religious observance is expected of faithful Muslims at least once during their lifetime?
Praying five times a day
Giving charity to the poor
Fasting during the holy month
Taking a pilgrimage to holy sites
21
what is characteristic of the distribution of the Paris neighborhoods?
They are in a circular fashion centered on a river
They are distributed from largest to smallest.
They are distributed north from the north bank of the river.
They are distributed south from the south bank of the river.
22
A question a geographer is able to answer from map regarding location of interstate highways?
Why is it there?
How tall is it?
When was it constructed?
What effects does it have on the environment?
23
Which factor do geographers consider when dividing the world into distinctive culture regions?
Bodies of water
The influence of religion
Transportation corridors
The amount of rainfall
24
Which of the following is a characteristic of culture?
Elections
Shared Beliefs
Mountain Barriers
Monotheism
25
The list in the box refers to the basic ___________ that are common to all societies.
geography
cultural traditions
goals
institutions
26
Which religious belief of Christians is celebrated by Easter?
The gift of the law to Moses
The conversion of Paul
The protection of the animals by Noah
The resurrection of Jesus
27
explain the reason for a large settlement near a transportation corridor?
A line of latitude
Access to fresh water
A mountain chain
Temperate climate
28
the climate of northeast & north central U.S. are most similar to which areas in Europe?
Eastern and northeastern Europe
Southwestern and central Europe
Northwestern and central Europe
Central and eastern Europe
29
Why is Yom Kippur an important observance in Judaism?
honors the bravery Jewish people resisting the Roman Empire
It marks the beginning of the Jewish calendar.
It is a day devoted to asking for forgiveness.
celebrates freedom of Jewish people from Egyptian pharaohs.
30
when studying features of Earth. One question is “What is significant about its location?”
debating government officials about environmental policies
tracking changes of the moon and stars
studying the history and economy of a local culture
investigating possible treatments for a medical illness
31
Which of the following geographic factors has the greatest influence on where people live?
Access to public transportation
Availability of water
Proximity to highways and roads
Shared cultural traditions
32
State capitals are a significant location for geographers to study because —
rules for societies are created in these locations
most of the population are living in these locations
historical monuments are built in these locations
many jobs are available in these locations
33
Based on the map, the location of oil fields has likely influenced the economy of Texas by —
requiring higher gasoline taxes
producing employment opportunities in the energy sector
decreasing the need for trade with other states
increasing the number of new automobiles purchased
34
One way a society demonstrates its distinctive religious traditions or ethnic heritage includes
the types of jobs performed by people in the society
the perceptions a society has about immigrants
the patterns of settlement within the society
the celebrations and holidays a society observes
35
Which physical geographic region is located at 0° latitude and 60°W longitude?
Middle latitudes in Europe
Equator in Africa
Equator in South America
High latitudes in North America
36
Which country’s national capital is located near 40°N and 75°W?
United States
India
Chile
Canada
37
A geographer uses the information in the graphic to understand spatial patterns related to —
migration and settlement
population growth and distribution
demographic trends
cultural diffusion
