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World Geography released Virginia SOL tests 2012 and 2014
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1
According to this map, which country does NOT have a territorial claim to Antarctica?
Britain
Norway
China
France
2
Which religion is most widely practiced within the regions of North Africa and Southwest Asia?
Islam
Buddhism
Hinduism
Christianity
3
Which activity depends primarily on polar map projections?
Land surveying
Data collection
Airline navigation
Satellite imaging
4
Which factor is most responsible for increasing life expectancy in less industrialized nations?
Availability of health insurance
Improved health care programs
Declining birth rates
Access to primary education
5
Which process is described by this diagram?
Erosion
Desertification
Pollution
Deposition
6
Chinatown in Los Angeles is an example of a regional spatial division based primarily on —
cultural similarities
economic interests
political advantages
religious beliefs
7
Industrialization and economic development affect human settlement patterns by —
causing the rapid decline of urban populations
enabling people to live farther from natural resources
prohibiting people from inhabiting harsh climate regions
permitting mass migration to rural areas
8
Which geographic region best completes this diagram?
Southeast Asia
Sub-Saharan Africa
Western Europe
North America
9
These structures are associated with the continent of-
South America
Europe
North America
Australia
10
Which natural hazard is most likely to cause crop failures in the Great Plains region of the US
Seasonal flooding
Earthquake
Volcanic eruption
Drought
11
Which advantage best completes this diagram?
Limited foreign regulations
Increased global influence
Similarity of government systems
Reduced reliance on foreign trade
12
This archaeological site revealed important information about the-
traditional dwellings of Central America
ancient kingdoms of West Africa
religious history of Southeast Asia
architectural structures of the Middle East
13
Conflicts between the Hutu and Tutsi have occurred in -
Rwanda
Botswana
Liberia
Zambia
14
A construction company would seek the assistance of geographers in order to-
find adequate construction materials
identify qualified construction workers
develop advanced construction methods
locate suitable construction sites
15
Which climate best characterizes the high latitudes?
Humid continental
Tropical
Subarctic
Marine west coast
16
Mexico is linked more to Central America than to North America because geographers identify -
physical regions
economic regions
cultural regions
political regions
17
Distortion is a problem when mapping Earth because —
Earth’s populations are constantly changing
Earth’s curved surface is transferred to a flat surface
climate conditions are difficult to measure
current map-producing technology is limited
18
Which factor most discourages the use of these types of resources?
Technological developments
Employment levels
Environmental issues
Financial profits
19
What are the climate characteristics of low-latitude nations?
Cool summers and cold winters
Cool summers and warm winters
Warm summers and cold winters
Warm summers and warm winters
20
Which source would provide the most accurate information about a group’s culture?
Satellite images
World globe
Elevation maps
Field work
21
In which country would a clothing company most likely locate itsjeans factory?
1
2
4
3
22
This peninsula has been divided as the result of —
physical characteristics
a language barrier
a political dispute
religious differences
23
Which city is located closest to the prime meridian?
Montreal, Canada
Moscow, Russia
Stockholm, Sweden
London, England
24
What was the primary reason for establishing the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries
Limiting revenue growth from oil sales
Regulating global market prices of oil
Expanding oil production quotas
Increasing underwater exploration of oil
25
Which conclusion can be drawn from this table?
Educational opportunity pulls Asian students to the US.
Most foreign students in the United States are European.
Most foreign educations are superior to those in the US.
Educational opportunities in the US are a push factor.
26
Which country specializes in a primary economic activity?
Belgium
Chad
Liechtenstein
Jamaica
27
Which landform in the US is most closely identified with the characteristics in this box
Canadian Shield
Gulf Coast
Great Plains
Rocky Mountains
28
Which region is described by this list?
Sub-Saharan Africa
Scandinavian Peninsula
Middle East
Central America
29
Which phrase best completes this diagram?
Limited communication
Specialized production
Diverse economy
Manual labor
30
Which type of country ismost dependent on ground transportation network for international trade
Tropical
Island
Landlocked
Coastal
31
Which weather phenomenon is shown in this photograph?
Tornado
Blizzard
Hurricane
Mistral
32
Which factor Is matched with the correct box?
Population Growth in Box 1
Medical Innovation in Box 2
Environmental Concerns in Box 1
Agricultural Output in Box 2
33
According to this graph, which region is the largest producer of cocoa?
Southeast Asia
West Africa
Central America
South America
34
Which statement Is best supported by this graph?
People became more involved in recycling.
The amount of waste in landfills increased.
35
Which is an advantage for a small, developing country in joining an economic union?
Greater access to international markets
Access to natural resources with restrictions
Closing of inefficient industries
Replacing family farms with agribusinesses
36
Based on data what is one reason the infant mortality rate is higher in Angola than in Botswana
The population is greater in Botswana.
Fewer births are attended by skilled professionals in Angola
The literacy rate in Angola for males 15 to 24 is higher.
Many of the women in Botswana are 50 and older.
37
Which country contains the latitude and longitude 15°5, 45°W?
Italy
Madagascar
Australia
Brazil
38
In the 1990s, ethnic diversity as a divisive force best described conditions in which country?
Japan
Switzerland
Brazil
Yugoslavia
39
Kurdistan is an example of which type of cultural region?
Language
Ethnic
Economic
Political
40
The information shown in this diagram led to the expansion of -
suburbs
rural areas
family farms
canals
41
Which two cities have opposite seasons?
Calgary and Durban
Warsaw and Alexandria
Johannesburg and Brasilia
Boston and Madrid
42
Agricultural terracing most directly affects which landform?
Mountains
Deserts
Deltas
Plains
43
30°N, 120°E is located within the continent of —
Australia
Europe
North America
Asia
44
Which list correctly ranks this country’s levels of economic activity from largest to smallest?
Primary, Secondary, Tertiary
Secondary, Primary, Tertiary
Secondary, Tertiary, Primary
Tertiary, Primary, Secondary
45
The darker-shaded region is a —
colonial province
neutral country
disputed territory
demilitarized zone
46
The structure in this photograph is most closely associated with the culture of which region?
Siberia
Southwest Asia
Europe
North America
47
The main agricultural product in this geographic region is —
rice
corn
beans
wheat
48
Which factor explains why a number of animal species are unique to Australia?
Rough terrain
Geographic isolation
Humid climate
Diverse vegetation
49
Which structure is known primarily as a national seat of government?
Kremlin
Kaaba
Taj Mahal
Eiffel Tower
50
This information is an example of how technology -
influences agricultural production
alters climate conditions
affects transportation patterns
increases energy usage
51
Monsoons are most commonly found in —
southwestern Australia
southern Asia
northeastern Europe
western Africa
52
Which spatial division would normally regulate public bus transportation routes?
Federal government
Regional district
Election district
State government
53
Which name do western societies commonly use for the Arabian Gulf?
Sea of Marmara
Gulf of Aden
Red Sea
Persian Gulf
54
Which phrase best completes the title of this list?
Official Languages
Religious Beliefs
Public Education
Population Distribution
55
Which type of economic activity requires extensive areas of land?
Commercial agriculture
Retail business
Industrial manufacturing
Petroleum extraction
56
Which resource that allows nations to develop a high per-capita Gross Domestic Product (GOP)?
Governmental restrictions
Skilled workforce
State-owned farms
Humanitarian aid
57
Which landforms are most likely affected by the creation of polders?
Lowlands
Plateaus
Deserts
Highlands
58
The separation of Northern Ireland from the Republic of Ireland is an example of-
religion as a dividing force in a region
language differences affecting growth in a region
immigrants trying to adapt to a new government
all citizens agreeing to a political process
59
During the time of Christopher Columbus, which continent would have been most accurately mapped
South America
Europe
Asia
North America
60
This type of map is used to show-
population
elevation
political boundaries
natural resources
61
Which South American country does NOT border the Pacific Ocean?
Chile
Ecuador
Peru
Brazil
62
This river flows northward into the--
Pacific Ocean
Indian Ocean
Atlantic Ocean
Arctic Ocean
63
Which religious group is associated with worshiping in mosques?
Buddhists
Hindus
Christians
Muslims
64
What is the main function of the darker-shaded region on this map?
Resource protection
Tourist attraction
Waste disposal
Business development
65
Rainforests and mountains have affected the economic growth of Latin America by --
encouraging the exchange of cultural ideas
limiting the development of transportation systems
supporting the expansion of agricultural plantations
preventing the establishment of colonial empires
66
Which city is a center of culture and trade located in Canada?
Toronto
Chicago
Inuvik
Santiago
67
In which region is this type of roof most commonly used?
Canadian Shield
Scandinavia
Northern Mongolia
Mediterranean
68
Which activity best completes this table?
Canning
Banking
Ranching
Fishing
69
This statement is an example of-
a thematic map
absolute location
a primary source
mental mapping
70
Which change to China's population between 2000 and 2050 does this graph project?
China's total population will decrease.
The number of Chinese people overthe age of 65 will increase
Less than half of China's population will be under 65
China's overall birthrate is expected to increase.
71
Which city contains these three religious monuments?
Mecca
Jerusalem
Rome
Istanbul
72
Which statement refers to the geographic situation of Timbuktu, Mali?
Administrative center of straits and land bridge to Europe
Transportation center betweenthe Tigris and Euphrates Rivers
Commercial center along Trans-Sahara trade routes
Manufacturing center on the Silk Road
73
Which factor is most directly related to the level of economic development of a country?
Language
Urbanization
Religion
Climate
74
Which list contains only examples of cultural regions?
Great Plains, Low Countries, Scandinavia
Latin America, Sahara, European Union (EU)
Amazon rainforest, Sunbelt, Middle East
Chinatowns, Wheat Belt, Francophone world
75
According to this map, which numbered state has the highest population growth rate?
4
2
1
3
76
In which climate would this type of vegetation be found?
Mediterranean
Arid
Tropical
Tundra
77
Which factor hasmost contributed to the environmental strain onthe darkershaded area onthis map
Urbanization
Desertification
Change of political borders
Irrigation of public lands
78
Which economic behavior is best demonstrated by ghost towns?
Increased agricultural productivity leadsto fewer farm towns
Increased urbanization leadsto lessland availablefor farming
As towns grow, there is less need for government services.
When resources are exhausted, people move elsewhere.
79
Pakistan was created to address the conflict between which two religious groups?
Buddhists and Muslims
Muslims and Hindus
Christians and Hindus
Buddhists and Christians
80
Which factor is least important in selecting the location for a factory?
Access to schools
Zoning laws
Transportation networks
Distribution of populations
81
What do these cities have in common?
Mountainous peaks
Pilgrimage destinations
Harbor sites
Government centers
82
These items represent examples of -
cultural diffusion
ethnic bias
religious diversity
domestic production
83
The European Union has most benefited its member nations by —
providing funds and materials for education
promoting the use of a common language
sharing the expense of a common defense
reducing barriers to trade and travel
84
On this map, industrial activity is represented by -
shades
lines
symbols
letters
85
Which characteristic best replaces the question mark?
Greater career opportunities
More cultural centers
Increased air pollution
Expanded regional trade
86
According to this map, in which of these countries are three different religions practiced?
Thailand
Malaysia
Cambodia
Laos
87
This graph supports the conclusion that the United States is reliant on the growth of —
road construction
commuter railways
city centers
airline travel
88
What is an advantage to building a city at a confluence site?
Reduced risk of natural disasters
Improved technological innovations
Increased access to trade routes
Decreased regional conflicts
89
Which country is most likely to experience an earthquake?
Brazil
Japan
England
France
90
Which major river system is shown on this map?
Indus
Nile
Danube
Amazon
91
Which of these is a correct addition to the table?
Madrid in Column B
Buenos Aires in Column A
Sydney in Column A
Toronto in Column B
92
Which factor explains the division described in this headline?
A dispute over immigration laws
A dispute over national independence
A conflict over natural resources
A conflict over religious toleration
93
One reason some companies choose to participate in this practice is the-
opportunity to lower production costs
support for new technologies
need to establish labor unions
lack of essential services
94
The expanded use of computers in the workplace has led to the increased —
distance employees must commute
speed in the exchange of information
demand for unskilled laborers
expense of international communications
95
This map supports the conclusion that malnutrition is most likely to occur in which country?
Bolivia
Argentina
Brazil
Peru
96
These nations are able to make these donations because they are —
the wealthiest in the world
military powers
developing economies
the largest in the world
97
Which phrase best describes the subject of this newspaper headline?
Tariff reductions on consumer goods
Unequal distribution of natural resources
Differences in culture
Internationalization of product assembly
98
The site shown in this photograph is part of the cultural landscape of —
Eastern Europe
Southeast Asia
Latin America
North Africa
99
Which country best completes this diagram?
Portugal
Mexico
Chile
Yugoslavia
100
These dolls are a traditional cultural craft in -
Southeast Asia
France
Russia
Latin America
101
The Commonwealth of Nations primarily consists of former —
British colonies
French mandates
Soviet republics
Spanish protectorates
102
This symbol identifies which feature of a map?
Orientation
Distance
Contour
Projection
103
Which description is matched with the correct section of this diagram?
Section 2 represents political regions.
Section 1 represents economic regions.
Section 4 represents climate regions.
Section 3 represents ethnic regions.
104
Which religion is practiced by the majority of India's population?
Hinduism
Buddhism
Christianity
Judaism
105
Which term do geographers use to classify an area with unifying physical characteristics?
Orientation
Location
Region
Perception
106
Which phrase best completes the title of this list?
Integrated Neighborhoods
Regional Conservation Offices
Free Trade Regions
Urban Areas
107
Which phrase best completes this diagram?
Low average age
High literacy rates
Low disease rates
High average income
108
Which change occurred as a result of industrialization?
Military production replaced consumer industries.
Subsistence farming replaced commercial agriculture.
Surface transportation replaced air transportation.
Factory systems replaced cottage industries.
109
What conclusion can be drawn from this excerpt?
There is competition for resources among countries.
The price of gasoline is declining in developing countries.
Economic alliances are formed for resource conservation.
Modern industry uses minimal amounts of petroleum.