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