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1
Why are exclusive economic zones (EEZs) important sources of income for many of the Pacific Island nations?
EEZ's can extend into the ocean and collect fees on economic activity there
EEZs are ways for islands to receive financial aid from wealthier nations.
EEZs help to establish exclusive trading rights between countries
EEZs are part of the informal economy, which is vital to citizens'survival
2
Central Asia is bordered by __________ in the north and __________ in the east.
the Caspian Sea . . . China
Lake Balkhash . . . Caspian Sea
the Caspian Sea . . . Russia
Russia . . . China
3
By comparing Afghanistan and Qatar, which statement can we make about the standard of living in the Middle East?
The standard of living varies across the region.
The standard of living is very high in all countries.
The standard of living is the same across the region.
The standard of living is very low in all countries.
4
Analyze the map above. What is the most common natural resource found in Southeast Asia?
oil
lumber
precious gems
natural gas
5
All of the following contribute to a high risk of famine in Africa
except
__________.
African nations are very poor
other countries are not willing to sell food to African countries
droughts are common
most people farm at the subsistence level
6
The Islamic Revolution occurred in __________.
Syria
Kuwait
Iran
Iraq
7
What language do many Muslims learn in order to read the Qur’an in its original form?
Hebrew
Arabic
Persian
English
8
Which of the following issues will
most likely
be India’s biggest challenge in the future?
high population growth
an aging population
labor shortages
falling fertility rates
9
Which of the following was
not
an important reason that Europeans colonized Africa?
believed they were superior and it was their duty to civilize Africans
wanted to profit from the vast natural resources in Africa
wanted to spread Muslim beliefs throughout the continent of Africa.
wanted to show their power by increasing the territory they controlled
10
Most of the major cities in the Middle East are located near what natural resource?
fertile soil
water
trees
gold
11
The ten countries with the lowest development in the world are all found in which region?
the Middle East
Africa
Europe
Asia
12
The region of East Asia is located along the coast of the __________ Ocean.
Arctic
Pacific
Atlantic
Indian
13
Two common activities that greatly affect the economies of South and Southeast Asia include terracing and __________.
auto production
hunting
outsourcing
gold mining
14
Southeast Asia is __________.
divided into mainland and island countries
completely landlocked
usually cold throughout the year
primarily a desert
15
What landform is circled on the map above?
the Atlas Mountains
the Sahel
the Sahara Desert
the Namib Desert
16
In Saudi Arabia’s monarchy, most government positions are held by __________.
the king’s family members
elected politicians
Muslim religious leaders
local tribal chiefs
17
Which of the following statements
best
describes the Yangtze River?
It doesn’t have a reservoir system.
It is the longest river in China.
It is the oldest river system in the world.
It doesn’t have a reservoir system.
18
Southeast Asia is bordered by __________.
Europe, Russia, and the Atlantic Ocean
Africa, the Mediterranean Sea, and the Atlantic Ocean
China, the Pacific Ocean, and the Indian Ocean
South America, the Caribbean Sea, and the Atlantic Ocean
19
Which country on the map above does
not
have a high population density?
Mongolia
South Korea
Japan
North Korea
20
What percentage of Africans live in sub-Saharan Africa?
less than 10%
about 85%
about 65%
about 50%
21
Which of the following statements about the standard of living in New Zealand is
false
?
There is universal suffrage.
Children do not have to attend school after eighth grade.
Most people live in cities.
99% of the population is literate.
22
In what area of the world are the Ganges and Indus Rivers located?
in the Indian Subcontinent
in Europe
in central Africa
in Central America
23
The ____ in Africa was created by a series of tectonic faults and has volcanic mountains, escarpments, and lakes.
Congo River basin
Great Rift Valley
Sahel
Sahara Desert
24
Which of the letters on the map above shows the location of the Coral Sea?
D
A
C
B
25
The building in the photo above, located in India, shows evidence of colonial influence from __________.
France
Great Britain
India
China
26
Which of the following effects occurred due to the heavy European influence in the Middle East between WWI and WWII?
The population embraced Western culture and blended it with their own
People living in the Middle East began to migrate to Europe
leaders joined together to create an empire based on European technology
They grew resentful of Western culture and rid the region of it
27
What are the two
most common
types of economic systems in South and Southeast Asia?
command economies and market economies
mixed economies and traditional economies
command economies and traditional economies
mixed economies and developing economies
28
Which of the following statements
best
characterizes government in Africa?
Most are stable democracies with guaranteed freedoms and civil liberties.
Most are authoritarian with few democratic freedoms.
Most are anarchies with no formal government at all.
Most are monarchies with many democratic freedoms and civil liberties.
29
The government of __________ is officially atheist but recognizes major religions.
Japan
China
Mongolia
North Korea
30
On the map above, country 1 is __________ and country 2 is __________.
Burma (Myanmar) . . . India
Pakistan . . . India
India . . . China
Bangladesh . . . Pakistan
31
The __________ is an important waterway that connects the Mediterranean Sea to the Red Sea.
Jordan River
Dead Sea
Suez Canal
Bab al-Mandab
32
Which of these factors is the
best
reason why Antarctica is an important place for scientific research?
Scientists use Antarctica to study the impact of drought on ecosystems
Scientists study Antarctica’s ice, which may hold info. about ancient life
because it is a challenging continent that excites thrill-seekers
Scientists believe that Antarctica is exactly like Earth’s moon
33
Due to large reserves around the Persian Gulf, the Middle East produces as much as 2/3 of the world’s supply of _____.
coal
water
petroleum
cattle
34
Which of the following statements
best
describes population growth in sub-Saharan Africa?
Populations are staying about the same, as there are many people leaving
Populations in sub-Saharan Africa are rising, growth rates are slower
Populations in sub-Saharan Africa are rising, fertility rates are high
Populations are shrinking due to poor health care and high rates of disease
35
On the map above, which two countries have populations greater than 1 billion people?
number 2 and number 7
number 1 and number 3
number 5 and number 6
number 4 and number 6
36
The largest desert in the world is found in __________.
North America
eastern Asia
northern Africa
southern Africa
37
In Africa, what do
most
people do to earn a living?
Farm or herd, mostly at the subsistence level
Work in service industries, such as banking or health care
Mine for diamonds, gold, or other resources
Work in factories
38
Where is the Indian Subcontinent located?
in south-central Asia
in southern Africa
in South America
in the western region of the US
39
Why do you think high Pacific islands tend to have larger populations than low Pacific islands?
low islands are very small and don’t have much room for settlements
high islands have better climates, more tourists, and more job opportunity
High islands have rich volcanic soil, which is great for growing crops
Low islands have many dry valleys that were created by glaciers
40
Which of the following economic sectors makes up the greatest portion of Australia’s GDP?
services
manufacturing
mining
agriculture
41
According to this map, the majority of Australia’s population is located in the __________.
northeast
southwest
southeast
center
42
A person from Libya would most likely have the same language/religion as someone from which of these countries?
Germany, located in Europe
Botswana, located in sub-Saharan Africa
Saudi Arabia, located in the Middle East
India, located in South Asia
43
Some seats in New Zealand’s legislature are reserved for __________.
Maori politicians
female politicians
Aboriginal politicians
ethnic politicians
44
Which of the following terms
best
describes the region circled on the map above?
the Ethiopian Highlands
North Africa
Sub-Saharan Africa
the Great Rift Valley
45
Building cities, mining, and farming are all examples of how humans in South and Southeast Asia __________.
fight pollution
interact with the land
conserve their water supplies
regulate economic growth
46
Nations around the world put pressure on South Africa to end apartheid. What type of pressure was most effective?
promising financial aid to black communities throughout South Africa
rejecting South African immigrants
banning South African participation in international sports competitions
encouraging civil war
47
Which of the following statements are characteristics of the culture of North Africa?
i, ii, and iii
i only
i and iii
i and ii
48
China has a __________ economy with __________ government regulations.
mixed . . . some
command . . . few
market . . . some
traditional . . . many
49
Many of the agricultural workers in Central Asia’s cotton fields are __________.
children
soldiers
slaves
servants
50
Which of the following lists includes all of Central Asia’s countries?
Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan
Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Afghanistan
Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Afghanistan and Uzbekistan
Kazakhstan, Pakistan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan
51
Which of the following is one of two countries in East and Central Asia that is
not
considered a developing nation?
North Korea
China
South Korea
Armenia
52
The pre-colonial diet of Pacific Islanders consisted of all of the following items
except
__________.
canned fruit
coconuts
sugarcane
chicken
53
Which of the following occurrences does
not
cause air pollution in South and Southeast Asia?
factories releasing chemicals through smoke
man-made or natural fires burning
a large amount of vehicles being used in a specific area
industries dumping chemicals into rivers
54
The Congo Rainforest is located in which region on the map above?
region A
region B
region D
region C
55
On the map above, which arrow is pointing to the Mediterranean Sea?
arrow B
arrow D
arrow C
arrow A
56
The most commonly practiced religion in India is _______. The most commonly practiced religion in Indonesia is _______.
Hinduism . . . Islam
Islam . . . Buddhism
Islam . . . Hinduism
Buddhism . . . Islam
