Module 1 Quiz

What method of inquiry do geographers use to conduct geographic studies?

D. Spatial analysis

Refer to the following statements regarding latitude. Determine which statements regarding latitude are correct

Latitude is angular distance north or south of the equator, measured from the center of the earth Lines of latitude are all parallel to each other and the Equator, which is the beginning point in the latitude system

Match the following general latitude zones to the latitudes they are associated with.

Low latitudes A. 0 to 30 North & 0 to 30 South Midlatitudes B. 30 to 60 North & 30 to 60 South High latitudes C. 60 to 90 North & 60 to 90 South

Match earth's four spheres to the elements they are associated with.

The Atmosphere A. This sphere protects the earth from harmful radiation & is where weather happens The Hydrosphere B. This sphere includes surface water like lakes, rivers, & oceans The Lithosphere C. This sphere includes soil & rocks & landforms like mountains & volcanoes The Biosphere D. This sphere includes plants & animals

Refer to the following statements regarding longitude. Determine which regarding statements regarding longitude are correct

The Prime Meridian (0 degrees longitude) runs through Greenwich, England Lines of longitude all intersect at the North and South Pole

Refer to the world time zones map below as you think about time zone boundaries.

Time zone boundaries are adjusted to avoid splitting large population clusters/major cities Time zone boundaries are based on longitude, but local governments may adjust the boundaries for political convenience

Which of the following are areas of study in physical geography? Check ALL that apply.

Weather and climate Landforms and soils

Match the terms (large scale map and small scale map) below to their typical uses.

Large scale map A. Usually used to show localized areas like towns and neighborhoods Small scale map B. Usually used to show the extent of countries, regions, or continents

Match the following parts of a circle to the number of degrees in each part.

A full circle A. 360 degrees One half of a circle B. 180 degrees One quarter of a circle C. 90 degrees

The International Meridian Conference (1884) established the location of Prime Meridian (zero degrees longitude) at:

A. Greenwich, England, United Kingdom

Which of the following is INCORRECT regarding time?

A. Starting in your time zone, time is later in time zones directly to the west and earlier in time zones directly to the east

Geographic studies are based upon units of:

B. Space

Literally, the word 'geography' means:

B. To write about the earth

As discussed in the lecture material, prior to 1884 there was no universally accepted time zone system, but the introduction of ________________________ made standardization of time & time schedules necessary.

B. railroads

Match the following types of maps to their use.

Bathymetric maps A. Shows position and depth of water bodies Topographic maps B. Shows position and elevations of physical landforms

Daylight Saving Time (DST) was popularized on a global scale after its initial adoption in 1916 as a:

C. Fuel saving measure during World War I

The longest distance around the earth (widest circumference) is located at:

C. The Equator

Which of the following is always the first spatial question geographers ask when conducting geographic studies?

C. Where?

Which of the following features are part of the cultural landscape?

Houses and office buildings Parks and agricultural fields

Match the following descriptions to the type of location they are most closely associated with.

John's house is across the street from the school A. Relative location Madrid, Spain is located at 40.4°N & 3.7°W B. Absolute location