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Unit 1: Thinking Like a Geographer
Unit 1: Thinking Like a Geographer
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1
Which feature describes a unitary system organization of government?
A national government is responsible for most of the government functions
The legislative branch and the executive branch of government are combined.
Only one political party makes all decisions for the central government
Power is divided between a central government and regional governments.
2
In the United States and Canada representatives are chosen to make the laws. Both governments would be an example of —
rule by one
rule by a few
rule by many
3
Which of the following is likely to be found in an unlimited government?
multi-party elections
one-party rule
Free speech
protection of human rights
4
Which of the following is true of a free enterprise system, but not true of a communist economy?
Government determines consumer product availability.
Government exercises less control of the economy.
Supply is determined by the government
Industrial production meets government quotas.
5
Most schools in Texas provide a student break that occurs around when Christians observe Christmas.This is an example of
holiday celebrations affecting students
special interest groups advocating for change
economic decisions impacting school policies
religious practices influencing culture
6
What religious observance is expected of faithful Muslims at least once during their lifetime?
Giving charity to the poor
Taking a pilgrimage to Mecca
Praying five times a day
Fasting during the holy month
7
Most economies have some government intervention and some private ownership, so most economies are considered —
planned
command
traditional
mixed
8
In command economies the economic decisions about what should be produced are made by —
business owners
voters
government
consumers
9
Which of the following terms best completes the web diagram?
Labor, Natural Resources, Capital
Population, Landforms, Climate
Citizenship, Rights, Responsibilities
Celebrations, Rules, Music
10
What might a geographer identify on a map to explain the reason for a settlement near a transportation corridor?
a line of latitude
access to fresh water
a mountain chain
temperate climate
11
Which of the following is the set of behaviors, beliefs, and traditions of people that unify a region?
Culture
Globalization
Population
Climate
12
Based on the map, the location of oil fields has likely influenced the economy of Texas by —
decreasing the need for trade with other states
requiring higher gasoline taxes
producing employment opportunities in the energy sector
increasing the number of new automobiles purchased
13
The list in the box refers to the basic ___________ that are common to all societies
cultural traditions
goals
institutions
geography
14
Which of the following is limited in a limited government?
The number of elections
The influence of political parties
The power of leaders
The rights of citizens
15
At which geographic location will you find most Russian cities?
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
Between 60°N and 45°N latitude and 60°E and 75°E longitude
16
The map shows numbered neighborhoods of Paris. Which characteristic describes the neighborhood?
They are distributed in a circular fashion centered on a river.
They are distributed south from the south bank of the river.
They are distributed from largest to smallest.
They are distributed north from the north bank of the river.
17
Which religious belief of Christians is celebrated by Easter?
The gift of the law to Moses
The conversion of Paul
The resurrection of Jesus
The protection of the animals by Noah
18
Which of the following is a characteristic of culture?
Monotheism
Elections
Shared beliefs
Mountain barriers
19
All societies demonstrate their distinctive religious traditions or ethnic heritage by —
observing holidays and cultural celebrations
recording their history for future generations
creating settlements near rivers
preforming specialized types of jobs
20
Which of the following geographic factors has the greatest influence on where people live?
availability of water
acess to public transportation
shared cultural traditions
proximity to highways and roads