World Geography

Mid-Term TestReview

According to the diagram, what season is it in China on the June 21st solstice? A summerB winterC springD fall

When does the Northern Hemisphere have the warmest climate? A when it is tilted most directly towards the Sun B when it faces the Sun for twelve hours a dayC when it is warmest in the Southern Hemisphere D when it is tilted away from the Sun

Where would a warm rainforest biome be located? A highlandsB low latitudesC middle latitudesD high latitudes

An earthquake is part of which sphere? A atmosphere B biosphereC lithosphere D hydrosphere

As a river reaches its mouth, it is often affected by incoming tides, resulting in a landform called a(n)— A sourceB atollC deltaD current

Which of the following is directly responsible for the rotation pattern of hurricanes and typhoons? A the revolution of the Earth around the SunB ocean currentsC the Coriolis EffectD latitude

Which of the following is the MOST likely cause of a plateau? A volcanic ash B tectonic movementC gravitational pullD soil deposition

The climate of an area is determined by several factors. Which factor is MOST important in determining a type of climate? A amount of rainfallB proximity to waterC longitude D latitude

Relative location : ____________ :: absolute location : ____________ A directional terms…longitude and latitudeB longitude and latitude…directional termsC geography…cartographyD GPS…grid system

Which of the following least affects the location of cities? A location of resourcesB transportation routesC fertile soilD economic activities

As a country's economy develops, it tends to move from ____________ to ____________, which would be much more profitable. A commercial agriculture ...commercial industriesB cottage building ... apartment buildingC cottage industries ... commercial industriesD advertising ... word-of-mouth

If one were to construct a population pyramid of a country that had recently been in an extended war, which of the following would likely be shown on that pyramid? A a large percentage of men in the 20 to 40 year old rangeB a larger percentage of men than of womenC a small percentage of men in the 20 to 40 year old rangeD a large percentage of babies in the 1 to 5 year old range

What changes, if any, should be made to the graphic above so that it correctly describes positive and negative effects of globalization? A Switch the locations of II and IV.B Change III to be Lower Standard of Living.C Delete I altogether.D Make no change.

If you were going to start a commercial agriculture business, which of the following areas would have the MOST promise for its location? A an area with interesting topographyB an area with transportation routes and access to resourcesC an area with a huge labor force close to an international trade routeD an area where there is an increasing number of citizens in need of social services

Use the information in the chart above to determine which countries would be considered more developed. A 3, 6, 7B 3, 4, 6C 2, 4, 7D 4, 5, 6

Which of the following describes animism as a religion and lists the correct location for most people who practice it? A It is the worship of animals and environmental features and is found mainly in many parts of Africa.B It is the belief in an assured afterlife and is found mainly in many parts of China and India.C It is the belief in physical features around a culture and is found mainly in many parts of Europe.D It is the belief in idols or images and is found mainly in many parts of Asia and Australia.

People migrate for a variety of reasons. These are usually categorized as push and pull factors. Which of the following is a PUSH factor? A religious freedomB political stabilityC better employment D natural disaster

Which cultural group would most likely inhabit Northern Canada? A EnglishB FrenchC SpanishD American Indian

What determines the production and distribution of goods in a communist system? A consumersB businessesC marketsD governments

Which of the following explains how an increase in elevation affects climate? A air pressure and temperature decreaseB wind speed and temperature increaseC air pressure and wind speeds decreaseD precipitation and temperature increases

Use the passage and your knowledge of social studies to answer the following question. This region is organized around a large city. The surrounding area is connected to and generally relies on the transportation, communication, and economic activity of the city. Which of the following types of regions is described above? A formalB culturalC functionalD perceptual

19. Andreas is a country with a large population. It is mainly agrarian, but is trying to develop some industries to process its main export coffee. Unemployment is a problem, as well as education of its workforce. Establishing a lasting government has not been successful, but it is trying to get a democracy to work. Using the reading above and your knowledge of social studies, what would be the BEST description of the economy of Andreas? A developedB developingC secondaryD tertiary

Which of the following is MOST directly responsible for the different seasons on Earth? A rotation of the Earth on its axisB revolution of the Earth around the SunC phases of the moonD position of other planets in the Solar System

Which of the following has been a benefit of globalization? A pandemicsB increased standard of livingC loss of local cultureD widespread environmental impacts

. All of the continental United States is located on the North American plate except for some of the west coast of California which is located on the Pacific plate. The ____________ is located where these plates come together causing a potential for major ____________. A a rift valley, tornadic activityB Continental Divide, volcanic eruptionsC Canadian Shield, erosionD San Andreas Fault, earthquakes

. How have advances in agricultural technology been beneficial? A increased use of fossil fuelsB elimination of animal habitatsC decreased need of government aidD more efficient production of crops

Which of the following would be considered a push factor in human migration? A lower land costsB lack of career opportunities C improved educational systemD more favorable climate

The following is a citizen response to the policies of the new president of Honduras.

The Hondurans are proud to be and with legitimate reason. I think at this critical hour of our history, it is necessary, indispensable, that each of us reflect on our responsibility toward Honduras. Mine, not ours, but the responsibility and obligation that I, personally, I have to the country. For this land God has given me or allowed me to take, and which is mine. Honduras mine, me and you and every one of my fellow citizens: it is an inescapable consequence of nationality. Therefore, I, you and each of us that Hondurans constitute collective, are responsible for the care of Honduras and its integrity. Responsible for continuous improvement. Responsible for their progress and development. My obligation to Honduras is the same that I can have for my mother, my wife, for my children. If I put myself and you, this wonderful country will move forward renewed and thriving. Because it is full, full of opportunities. I can!, You can!, We can! We! It only takes one act of will and show my love for this Honduras mine with deeds and not words. —Federico Alvarez, Blog (Modified), Camino Democrático

31. The excerpt above is an example of which of the following? A how to use patriotism to overthrow the governmentB the belief that Honduras is a great countryC how changes can be made in government if people join togetherD the attempt to influence public policy with nationalistic ideas

Which of the following is the best example of how air conditioning technology has allowed humans to adapt to the environment? A It has allowed the growth of urban centers in areas of extreme heat.B It has allowed people to work later at night and increase productivity.C It has helped to decrease disease in humid areas of the south.D It has increased the use of electricity in both urban and rural areas.

. Which of the following is a significant environmental challenge to developing nations in South America? A toxic emissionsB sedimentationC deforestationD droughts

Use the passage and your knowledge of social studies to answer the following question. A group of people has __________cultural perceptions when they believe that their cultural values are more important than others. This is usually because they view cultural characteristics through a specific __________. Which of the following best completes the excerpt above? A ethnorelative, stereotypeB stereotypical, ethnic viewC dominant, perceptionD ethnocentric, cultural lens

All of the following are ways that humans have modified the environment of Latin America EXCEPT — A building of the Panama RailroadB burning of the rainforest for farmlandC building winding roads through the AndesD studying the environment through expeditions

What trade agreement of the 1990s changed trade patterns between the United States and Canada? A Pacific Rim Free Trade AgreementB North American Free Trade AgreementC Canadian-American Free Trade AgreementD United States Tariff Policy Agreement

. Which physical feature is a natural border between Argentina and Chile? A mountains B desertsC riversD plains

. The Columbian Exchange occurred among Africa, Latin America, North America, and Europe. What is a lasting effect on Latin America from this exchange? A Europe colonized the area.B Slavery continued on plantations.C New products came from Africa that continues to be used today.D African cultural influence is evident today.

. The use of terrace farming by the Incas is an example of which of the following? A modifying the environmentB destruction of the environmentC irrigating dry areas using the drip techniqueD use of advanced technology equipment

According to the map, what geographic feature was essential for migration to the Americas? A Isthmus of PanamaB Pacific OceanC Beringia Land BridgeD Canadian Glaciers

. Which example BEST demonstrates a European nation's use of technology having lasting social, environmental, and economic impacts? A the use of terracing in Switzerland to provide additional farmlandB the application of artificial fertilizers in Ireland to improve potato cropsC the use of polders in the Netherlands to reclaim land from the sea D the partitioning of Germany after World War II

. Which factor has most contributed to the reorganization of European national boundaries since 1990? A religionB ethnicityC political partiesD economies

Use the list and your knowledge of social studies to answer the following question. - Found between 5 degrees north and 5 degrees south of the equator- Sailors originally noticed the stillness of the rising air which was not blowing in any direction- Officially known as the Intertropical Convergence Zone The list above describes which of the following? A doldrumsB polar windsC westerliesD tropical storms

Where would France likely fall on the economic spectrum? A AB BC CD D

Which country most likely has the highest standard of living? A PolandB FranceC United KingdomD Bulgaria

Use the lists and your knowledge of social studies to answer the following question. Regions1. formal region2. functional region3. perceptual region Descriptionsa. a central area connected to others by transportation, communication, or economic activityb. a subjective image created by people's thoughts and feelings about an areac. an area that shares common human or physical characteristics Which set correctly matches the types of regions and their descriptions? A 1a, 2b, 3cB 1b, 2c, 3aC 1a, 2c, 3bD 1c, 2a, 3b

. Which of the following most influences the marine west coast climate of Europe? A prevailing westerly winds off the Atlantic OceanB the AlpsC prevailing southerly winds off the Mediterranean SeaD deforestation

. Which of the following is the most accurate description of how the Andes Mountains were formed? A The Nazca Plate and the South American Plate are converging. This causes an uplift of the land on the western side of the South American Plate due to the subduction of the Nazca Plate.B The South American Plate and the Nazca Plate are diverging. This causes the formation of mountain ridges on the western side of the South American Plate due to the convection under the Earth’s surface.C The Nazca Plate and the South American Plate are converging. This causes a subduction of the land on the western side of the South American Plate due to the converging of the Pacific Plate.D The South American Plate and the Nazca Plate are transforming. This causes the formation of mountain ridges on the western side of the South American Plate due to the tectonic movement of the Earth’s surface.

Spain built Europe's first __________ plant nearly 40 years ago and is the largest user of this technology in the Western world. Spanish companies lead the market, operating in regions including India, the Middle East, and North America. Spanish innovation contributes to bringing sustainable ________ to millions. Which terms complete the paragraph above about technological innovation in Europe? A oil refining…energyB desalination…clean waterC desalination…energyD nuclear…transportation

. Where are the least developed countries located in Europe? A northB southC eastD west

. federalism : United States of America ::___________ : ___________ A European Union : economic policyB socialism : communismC supranationalism : European UnionD economic treaties : common good

The French government imposes a quota on the importation of foreign movies. For every seven foreign movies shown, a theater in France must show one domestically produced movie. Which reason is the likely motivation for limiting foreign movies in France? A to prevent a loss of French cultureB to improve exports of French filmsC to protect theater profitsD to monitor the messages of foreign films

. Areas of Europe affected by a Mediterranean climate most likely experience — A warm, dry summersB short growing seasonsC cold, snowy wintersD heavy rains