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World Geography Final Exam Review
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1
"Sustainable development" is the term used to describe society developing in a way that does not harm future generations
False
True
2
Which type of factor encourages migrants to move away from an area?
Push Factor
Danger Factor
Pull Factor
Fear Factor
3
A group of people w/ a similar history, culture, & ethnicity & ties to a specific homeland is a ______________________
Country
State
Nation-State
Nation
4
Abraham is an important person in all three of the monotheistic religions.
True
False
5
The Tigris and Euphrates Rivers empties into the Persian Gulf.
True
False
6
Why would the secondary sector want to be near the primary sector?
so the Secondary sector can get the raw goods to the Primary sector
so the Primary sector can get the raw goods to the Secondary sector
so the Primary sector can get the raw goods to the Teritiary sector
so the Secondary sector can get the finished goods to the Teritiary sector
7
Which of the following places are people most likely to live?
On top of a mountain
An area surrounded by deserts
Polar climate with limited resources
Flat land, temperate climate
8
Universalizing religions are those that spread across the world and ethnic religions tend to stay in one area.
False
True
9
Which river is located in the northern part of South America?
Nile River
Mississippi River
Congo River
Amazon River
10
The internet has decreased the rate of cultural diffusion.
True
False
11
Which mountain range separates Europe and Asia?
Rocky mountains
Ural Mountains
Appalachian mountains
Andes Mountains
12
Which of the following is NOT a similarity between Hinduism and Buddhism?
The both use the Caste System.
They both originated in India.
They both believe in the idea of reincarnation.
They both believe in the idea of karma.
13
Which desert is located in the northern part of Africa and is bordered to the south by the Sahel?
Sahara Desert
Atacama Desert
Great Victoria Desert
Gobi Desert
14
Irrigation is the cause of the disappearance of the Aral Sea.
True
False
15
The government may institute a ______________ policy in order to promote population growth through family expansion.
Pro-Natal Policy
Anti-Immigration Policy
Anti-Natal Policy
Pro-Immigration Policy
16
Gentrification is the revitalization of run down urban areas.
False
True
17
Which river is located in the northern part of Africa?
Nile River
Amazon River
Congo River
Mississippi River
18
Primary sector jobs are most closely associated with natural resources.
True
False
19
A mosque, a farm, and a street sign are all examples of features considered part of the cultural landscape.
False
True
20
Environmental problems can lead to disputes between countries on how to use the resources.
False
True
21
Not having access to trade and limited resources might hurt a country's success.
True
False
22
The Great Victoria Desert is located in Australia.
False
True
23
How can a country with a large land size HURT its success?
Stable government
Unstable government
More natural resources
Harder to defend
24
The American Civil War is an example of an internal conflict.
True
False
25
Specialization --> increased trade --> globalization
False
True
26
Examples of pronatal policies are providing paid maternity leave and allowances for children.
False
True
27
The United Nations focuses on helping countries avoid conflict between each other.
False
True
28
Based on this population pyramid, what is happening to the population in this country?
Expanding Population
Declining Population
Stablizing Population
29
A country suddenly undergoes a severe drought. What problem might arise from this natural disaster?
Increases in air pollution
Increased agriculture due to better irrigation
Political disputes over water rights
Decreased desertification
30
Which mountain range is located on the west coast of North America?
Rocky mountains
Appalachian mountains
Andes Mountains
Ural Mountains
31
Cultural diffusion is...
the act of unifying people together through culture.
the act of dividing people because of differences in cultures.
the blending of culture.
the spread of culture.
32
Which of the following is an example of a unifying force?
A shared religion
Shared holidays
All of the above
A common language
33
According to this map, where does the majority of the world's population live?
In the Americas
In warm, temperate areas
Near the North and South poles
Away from water sources
34
GMOs were developed during the...
First Agriculture Revolution
Green Revolution
Red Revolution
Second Agriculture Revolution
35
Civilzations started forming during the...
Green Revolution
Second Agriculture Revolution
First Agriculture Revolution
Red Revolution
36
Which of the following jobs is located in the Tertiary sector?
Dairy Farmer
Furniture Maker
Vacuum salesman
Diamond Miner
37
An area that has mosques, churches and temples would represent a diverse community.
False
True
38
What term is used to describe the socially acceptable ways for people to behave based on their biological sex?
Gender roles
Ethnicity
Religion
Race
39
If a country has a high GDP per capita, what can we assume to be true about that country?
HIGH Infant Mortality Rate
Poor infrastructure
LOW Literacy Rate
HIGH Life Expectancy
40
Which of the following organizations is ONLY concerned with free trade?
European Union
United Nations
USMCA (formerly NAFTA)
ASEAN
41
What are some reasons why a country might choose to join an international organization?
All of the above
Peace
Environmental protections
Trade
42
The site of a location is defined by its exact location. The situation of a location is defined by what it is near.
False
True
43
Why is GDP per capita a better indicator of a country's economy than overall GDP?
GDP measures how much a country imports instead of exports
GDP per capita measures the average amount of money is made by each person
GDP per capita is how much money is made at the country's capital
GDP measures how much a country exports instead of imports
44
Which type of anti-immigration policy is used to place a limit on the number of immigrants allowed into the country?
Literacy test
Language laws
Amnesty
Quota
45
Most civilizations began near a river (or a fresh water source.)
False
True
46
A negative impact of emigration is brain drain.
True
False
47
Which statement best describes climate change?
All locations around the world are getting hotter
Rising temperatures and changing weather patterns
Changes in water availability due to building of dams and reservoirs
Less water available worldwide
48
Which of these jobs is located in the Secondary sector?
Sawmill worker
Car Salesman
Wheat Farmer
Fisherman
49
In what areas on Earth do we tend to see water insecurity the most?
Near the Poles
In high populated areas
In areas of high temperatures
In low populated areas
50
Rapid Urbanization
leads to
lack of housing
which leads to
development of _______________
Lower gas prices
Gentrification
squatter settlements
Inadequate water supply
51
A pro-immigration policy is a policy that makes moving into a country harder for migrants.
True
False
52
What does the demographic transition model show?
how populations change over time
population distribution
distribution of a population based on cohorts
Areas of high and low population density
53
Both Japan and Haiti experienced earthquakes in the early 2000s. Why was recovery in Japan faster than in Haiti?
International humanitarian groups refused to help Haiti
Rich countries, like the United States, gave more money to Japan than Haiti
Japan is poor and relied heavily on international help
Haiti is poor and relied heavily on international help
54
Which economic sector takes the
SITE
of their location into consideration the most?
Subsidiary
Primary
Tertiary
Secondary
55
Which of the following is part of one's culture?
Language and clothing preferences
All of the above
Religion and music preferences
Traditions and holidays
56
How can a country with a large land size HELP its success?
Stable government
More natural resources
Harder to defend
Unstable government
57
How has Egypt's geography helped it become successful?
The pyramids are a big tourist attraction and has helped Egypt's economy
It has access to the Mediterranean and Red Seas giving acces to trade
It's arctic climate provides a good growing season
It is located near the Sahara Desert
58
External conflicts only involve the people of one country.
True
False
59
What prevents Taiwan from being considered a “state”?
Lack of Defined Boundaries
Lack of international recognition
Lack of Government
Lack of a Permanent population
60
Which river is located in the eastern part of China?
Huang He River
Congo River
Amazon River
Mississippi River
61
Which of the following is NOT an example of an anti-immigration policy?
Quota
Language Laws
Amnesty
Literacy Tests
62
Why should other countries care about a natural disaster that doesn’t directly affect them?
The destruction from natural disasters can spread to other countries.
Globalization has caused countries to become isolated from one another.
Increased trade and specialization mean that economies rely on one another.
It may help prevent natural disasters in their own countries.
63
An NGO is an global organization that operates withouth the government.
False
True
