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Combination Unit 1 & 2
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1
The technology shown in the image allows humans to adapt to their environment by—
detecting oceanic sea life
notifying in advance warning about natural disaster
helping sailors to navigate the ocean
monitoring the navigation of commercial ships
2
Which inference is best supported by the map?
Forests allow for growth of industry.
Plains are densely populated.
Settlement tends to be close to water
Mountains prevent movement of people.
3
Which of the following typically occurs in the biosphere?
continuous circulation of oceanic currents
steady rate at which thermal energy leaves the planet
the recycling of the continental crust in subjection zones
the interaction of plants and animals within specific climate regions
4
What conclusion is best supported by the climograph?
this city has a moderate climate
this city is subject to monsoons
this city is part of a rainforest climate
this city experiences drought
5
_______ is determined by Latitude, Elevation, Nearness to water and wind/water currents
climate
soil
energy
volcano
6
Which of these would most likely explain the climate change shown in the chart?
pressure from the movement of plate tectonics
gravitational pull of the moon as it orbits Earth
distance between the sun and the Earth
tilt of the Earth’s axis as it rotates around the sun
7
Which outcome is supported by the climograph?
this city experiences severe drought
this city is part of a rainforest climate
this city is subject to monsoons
this city has a moderate climate
8
The orographic effect explains why Nevada is a desert climate&also has heavy precipitation across the Sierra Nevada Mts
False
True
9
GIS is a Geo-data base used to map spatial data like locations for stores, gas lines, neighborhoods, & flood zones
False
True
10
Succulent plants of Arizona: Cactus, Aloe Vera, Agave these plants flourish in the desert biome because they?
depend on large birds for pollination
are adapted to arctic climates
require very little moisture
are unable to flourish at high elevations
11
Which of the following most likely caused the steep decline on each side of the landform shown in this photograph?
a nearby river
collision of tectonic plates
erosion
decayed plants
12
Mountain Ranges, Rainforests, River Systems these landscapes affect an area by--
limiting transportation and communication
encouraging a single form of government
supporting cultural diffusion through trade
increasing amount of arable land
13
The mountains & highlands of Europe have the greatest impact on human life by--
making trade between countries more difficult
encouraging trade between countries
encouraging communication between countries
determining the climate for all of Europe
14
The modernization of countries has impacted the energy industry by—
reducing the use of fossil fuels
directly improving the global economy
increasing the demand for oil
creating a surplus of energy efficient homes
15
Urbanization or Rapidly Growing Cities: demand for infrastructure: sanitation, water, public transport &_?_
overcrowded conditions
large yards for children to play
growth of economic activities in the suburban areas
long commutes to work from rural areas
16
Nevada has a desert climate& also has heavy rain across the Sierra Nevada Mountains?
Plate tectonics
El Nino
Orographic Effect
Latitude
17
Best explains why the Andes Mountains are located on the equator but also have a cold climate?
The El Niño Effect
Location near the equator
Proximity to the Pacific Ocean
High elevation
18
Which of the following physical geographic factors would cause dense population settlement?
Deserts
Mountains
Plains
Rainforest Biome
19
GPS uses satellies to determine exact location coordinates & address on the planet.
False
True
20
Which region’s climatic conditions are most impacted by the orographic effect & low elevation?
Death Valley
Great Barrier Reef
Panama Canal
Amazon Rainforest
21
Agricultural regions:Great Plains,Canada's Parkland Belt&Texas' Edwards Plateau are effected by
a formation of sand bar
the occurrence of landslides
the formation of rich soil
the movement of tectonic plates
22
Best Choice
Decayed plants
Erosion
Collision of plate tectonics
A nearby river
23
What causes the frequent earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, tsunamis, that occur in the Ring of Fire in the Pacific Ocean?
movement of tectonic plates
Formations of Canyons
Rotation of the Earth on it's axis
Global Warming
24
The diagram illustrates?
disruption of trade and manufacturing
use of technology to create advance warning systems
interaction between humans & their climactic region
humans' adaptation to their physical environment
25
After analyzing the climograph which is the best conclusion?
this city is located in a desert
this city has humid sub-tropical climate
this city has a marine west coast climate
this city is part of a tropical rainforest
26
English settlers landed in Barbados &Connecticut & two different cultures evolved. Which explains that below?
plantations, agriculture, and wind
latitude, soil and landforms
plantations, latitude and weathering
plate tectonics, earthquakes, and climate
27
What conclusion does this population map show?
Most people live in North Central Brazil
Central & Western U.S. is densely populated
Mexico's population is strong near the border of the U.S.
Central Mexico and large cities provide job opportunities
28
Which of these contributed most directly to the settlement pattern of China?
developing a transportation corridor with the three Gorges Dam
moderate climate and access to water resources
increasing the number of pipelines to bring in exported oil
modernizing transportation systems to accommodate hosting the olympics
29
The architectural modification shown in this photograph helps humans adapt to the environment?
Attracts tourists to the area
Prevents flood damage from extreme weather
Establishes a solid housing market
Increases the standard of living
30
Which of the following is a renewable energy resource?
geothermal energy
coal
gold
natural gas
31
Which of the following would most likely occur as a result of a tsunami?
economic prosperity
decreased migration to less affected nations
no effect because Japan is a super power
disrupted trade and manufacturing
32
Which physical process caused the changes in the maps?
Erosion
Glaciation
Continental Drift
Continental Shelf
