QSE #2 Test Review

41% of Canada's population is from multiple ethnic origins. This means that

Israel took control Sinai Peninsula after the 6 Day War. Which statement best explains why Israel wanted the Sinai?

The removal of sand from a beach by a storm would be an example of ___.

Weathering, erosion, the decay and depostion of dead organisms is

English and French are the two official languages of Canada.

Why does Western Europe have mild winters, even though these countries are at higher latitudes?

In what ways has the Panama Canal changed the human geography of the Central American region over time?

Desalination plants have affected the population by....

Much of the oil goes through the Persian Gulf, a body of water that is also home to some of the largest reserves.

Everyone in the EU speaks a second language, in addition to their native language.

Governments that have more oil money can build more __ for its people.

Deforestation of the rainforest is IS a major concern in Brazil.

Israel's borders have changed over time due to

Economies that have a central gov. make all decisions for the economy, but are known for shortages of consumer goods.

An area or division having similar characteristics, such as a religion or climate, is called

Which is NOT a key HDI (Human Development Index) Factor?

Indigenous means "native". The indigenous people of Northern Canada are called the

GDP per capita takes into account health, education and the distribution of wealth.

Which is NOT one of three monotheistic religions that consider Jerusalem a Holy place?

The fertile river valleys in the ancient world, where the first civilizations were formed, is called...

A nation's standard of living is measured with the United Nations' __

What Russian mountains separate Europe from Asia?

Green Transportation and Green Energy are reasons that

The Zones of Latitude by the Equator (Low) are usually warmer year round. The Mid Zones of Latitude...

Which allowed for additional settlements and agricultural activities in The Netherlands?

The language most spoken in the SWANA region is Arabic.

What route allowed for the faster and more reliable transportation between England and France?

The Inca existed in the Andes Mountains, allowing their language to exist isolated. Some still speak "Quechua" today.

__ is an economic and political partnership that creates a common marketplace for many of the countries in Europe.

With too much diversion of its tributary rivers for irrigation, the Aral Sea shrunk & caused a collapse of its fishing.

Why would most people in South America live along rivers or near the coasts?

In what area does most of the Russian population live?

Solar Power is a Non-Renewable energy source.

Unlike GDP per capita, HDI takes into account health, education and the distribution of wealth.

The __ people of Arabian Peninsula live a life in arid conditions, moving from one Oasis to the next to survive.

Why do some countries have more desalination plants than others in the region?

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The withdrawal/suspension of the usual trade/financial relations with a country.

Many of the boundaries that exist today are a lasting result of colonialism.

The Dead Sea creates a border between which 2 countries?

Many manufactured goods are now available at lower prices is a benefit of Globalization.

Many Venezuelans have been moving (emigrate) to nearby countries for better standard of living. This is due to

When the state of Israel was created after WWII, many Palestinian people...

Eastern Europe’s transition to democracy has increased literacy rates to closely rival those of Western Europe.

Which forces do scientists believe are responsible for the movement of Earth’s tectonic plates?

Jerusalem has a long, peaceful history with diverse populations from all religions.

Northwestern Europe has high levels of __ and industrialized economies.

The ongoing political process by which a region may break up into smaller hostile units/countries.

How did colonization of Latin America contribute to cultural changes in the region?

Which is NOT a characteristic of the European Union?

Amazon Rainforest is mostly mostly dense tropical and broadleaf evergreen forest. This makes it a PHYSICAL REGION

__ winters are long & cold with temps well below 0°C for over half of the year, & the ground has a layer of permafrost.

An older mountain range would be more eroded with rounded peaks and more vegetation.

Governments that would be more responsive to the people was one of the main goals of the

Why do places such as Indonesia and Central Asia have large Muslim populations?

SW Asia & N. Africa are regions defined by landforms like the Rub al'Khali & Sahara. This shows regionality because...

Developing economies (increased rates of educational attainment, more access to healthcare, etc.) usually have

NATO is showing support to Ukraine by placing economic sanctions on Russia, supplying weapons, & taking in refugees.

Which of the statements below explains why there will not be a state of Kurdistan, for the Kurdish people, anytime soon?

allows for the transport of goods from the European city of Moscow to the port city of Vladivostok on the Pacific Ocean.

The Windward side of a mount. has more __, and the Leeward side is more __ & __. (take your time & use the pic)

Projects like the Channel Tunnel connects countries and allows for faster trade and movement for the people.

Which is NOT an objective of the United Nations?