World Regional Geography Chapter 2 Study

The first wave of colonialism was sparked by these European colonial powers. a. Spain and Portugal b. France and Spain c. British Isles and Germany d. Italy and France

a. Spain and Portugal

What is the cheapest method to transport heavy goods and materials? a. by truck b. by sea c. by rail d. by air

b. by sea

Which of the following is the most remote place in the world (in terms of the number of people who live far from a city of 50,000 or more)? a. The Tibetan Plateau b. The Pacific Islands c. Antarctica d. The Siberian Plateau

a. The Tibetan Plateau

Which of the following was not a driving force behind the Bretton Woods conference? a. creating an international defense network b. preventing another depression c. providing stability and growth d. rebuilding economies

a. creating an international defense network

As a result of environmental scrutiny from nongovernmental organizations (NGOs), what does the World Bank now require for World Bank-sponsored projects? a. environmental impact statements b. a contract with local worker's unions c. nondiscriminatory hiring practices for workers d. the use of environmentally certified products

a. environmental impact statements

In general, Americans change their behavior by increasing their use of public transportation and purchasing more fuel-efficient vehicles: a. in response to a significant increase in gasoline prices. b. during war time. c. when forced to by stricter environmental regulations. d. as soon as more efficient options are available.

a. in response to a significant increase in gasoline prices.

Suburbs, large roads, limited sidewalks, and a near lack of public transportation characterize the United States. These aspects are largely the result of: a. inexpensive oil prices and government policy. b. expensive oil prices. c. expensive transportation and excessive taxes. d. efficient urban planning.

a. inexpensive oil prices and government policy.

Modern colonialism began in fifteenth-century Europe. It was different from the Roman or any other preceding empire because the focus in this modern era was specifically on gaining: a. territory or land b. shipping facilities (ports and docks) c. power d. recognition and tribute

a. territory or land

What was the reasoning behind the General Agreement on Trade and Tariffs to promote free trade? a. The World Trade Organization was interested in expanding its authority. b. There was a belief that trade restrictions had led to the Great Depression. c. Bretton Woods had been ineffective in promoting free trade. d. The World Bank only protected the interests of developing countries.

b. There was a belief that trade restrictions had led to the Great Depression.

In 1945, following the world wars, this organization had 51 member countries; in 2015, membership has grown to 193 members. a. Red Cross (international relief organization) b. United Nations (UN) c. African Union (AU) d. European Union (EU)

b. United Nations (UN)

To "maintain international peace and security," "to develop friendly relations among nations," to "achieve international cooperation" in order to solve economic and social problems, and to "be a center for harmonizing the actions of nations in the attainment of these common ends," was the mission statement for this organization following World War II. a. the International Monetary Fund (IMF) b. the United Nations (UN) c. the World Bank d. the League of Nations (LN)

b. the United Nations (UN)

What fueled the second wave of colonization in the second half of the nineteenth century? a. the slave trade b. agriculture c. Industrialization and competition d. Exploration and religious proselytizing

c. Industrialization and competition

Although people in remote locations have gained connection through Internet access and mobile phone usage, there is a notable gap between the average bandwidth and accessibility, creating what is referred to as the: a. rural urban divide. b. income divide. c. digital divide. d. Net neutrality divide.

c. digital divide

Transportation networks may be intentionally designed to: a. limit connectivity. b. increase environmental impacts. c. enhance connectivity for some communities while marginalizing others. d. benefit automotive manufacturing.

c. enhance connectivity for some communities while marginalizing others.

During the Age of Exploration, stretching from the 1400s to the 1900s, which of the following regions was a focal point for global trade and exchange of culture? a. Pacific b. African c. Mediterranean d. Land bordering the Atlantic Ocean

d. Land bordering the Atlantic Ocean

Which of the following is not one of the three financial institutions that came into existence as a result of the Bretton Woods conference at the close of World War II? a. General Agreement on Trade and Tariffs / World Trade Organization (WTO) b. World Bank c. International Monetary Fund (IMF) d. National Reserve Bank

d. National Reserve Bank

There were two waves of colonialism between 1500 and 1975. Which of the following is not true of the second wave (1825-1975)? a. Europeans colonized Asia. b. Colonization fueled the capitalist world economy. c. Europeans colonized Africa. d. The power of first wave colonizers grew even stronger.

d. The power of first wave colonizers grew even stronger.

Which of the following describes the process of heightening interactions, increasing interdependence, and deepening relations across country boundaries? a. international trade b. internationalism c. cultural exchange d. globalization

d. globalization

Several components in the atmosphere are responsible for global warming, including water vapor, methane, ozone, nitrous oxides, carbon dioxide, and other trace gases. Collectively, these are known as: a. Goldi Locls syndrome. b. outgassing. c. climate change. d. greenhouse gases.

d. greenhouse gases.

Which of the following is a term often used by geographers to describe the dominance of one state on the global stage? a. first world b. imperialist state c. neocolonial d. the hegemon

d. the hegemon

The relative importance of cities over smaller towns and rural areas is referred to as: a. Rank-size rule b. rural to urban migration c. urbanization. d. urban hierarchy

d. urban hierarchy