Geography MC Questions
Mammoth Cave is home to a wide variety of plant and animal life ranging from rare exotic cave species to more common woodland creatures found in eastern deciduous forest environments. Scientists have discovered more than 130 species in the cave itself, in addition to almost 1,000 species of flowering plants on the surface, hundreds of animal species, more than 80 types of fish, and over 50 kinds of freshwater mussels. Mammoth Cave is home to over 70 endangered, threatened or state-listed species. (www.ohranger.com) Which of the following is a distinctive characteristic of this place? Harsh winters and permafrost Brackish water 12 species of bats Sequoia trees
12 species of bats
In this map, the point C is located on what coordinates? 30, 30 60, 0 60, 60 30, 60
30, 60
If Ms. Shutt is in Lexington Kentucky, then her absolute location is ______? 38.0406° N, 84.5037° W 83 Miles South of Cincinnati 33.8688° S, 151.2093° E 1.25 hours South of Cincinnati
38.0406° N, 84.5037° W
If Ms. Shutt is in Lexington Kentucky, then her relative location is _______? 38.0406° N, 84.5037° W 83 Miles South of Cincinnati 33.8688° S, 151.2093° E The center of the Eastern and Northern hemispheres
83 Miles South of Cincinnati
____ is to movement, as how people affect a place is to human-environmental interactions. A. Humans interacting on earth B. Environmental activism C. Physical aspects D. Absolute location
A. Humans interacting on earth
Where do these animals (penguins) live? A. Tundra B. Wetlands C. Savannah D. Swamps
A. Tundra
The following statement was taken from debate.org, on a debate that discusses reasons why and why not to teach geography in schools. "Some say that by learning about history and past conflicts, we will be able to improve the present. This is not true, though. The problems we have today aren't the same ones that we had in the past. If humanity truly improved by learning from their mistakes, we would have no poverty or war in the world." Which of the following would be the most appropriate reason to argue against the statement above? A. While the problems may not be the same, geography is still essential to understand the effects the past has on our society and culture present-day. B. The statement above provides a well thought argument. C. Our standardized tests contain this material, and our students must understand it. D. Geography can lead to understanding human diversity.
A. While the problems may not be the same, geography is still essential to understand the effects the past has on our society and culture present-day.
Wilmore, Kentucky is located at 37.8620° N, 84.6616° W, what is this an example of? Relative Location Physical Aspect Absolute Location Human Aspects
Absolute Location
Today, the R. J. Corman Railroad Group, LLC serves all seven North American major railroads, many regional and shortline railroads and dozens of industries having rail. Services include owning and operating eleven shortlines, providing emergency rail services associated with derailments and natural disasters, switching, track construction, track material distribution, signal design/construction, building switching locomotives and operating a dinner train. (www.rjcorman.com) Which of the following would best describe the role of the R.J. Corman Railroad Group in the movement theme of geography? Aids transportation between cities Encourages migration Improves communication between cities Alters the weather patterns
Aids transportation between cities
If I'm at the imaginary circle at latitude 66 30'S around the south pole then where am I? Tropic of Cancer Arctic Circle Antarctic Circle Tropic of Capricorn
Antarctic Circle
This map of the world shows the seven continents, which is the largest and most heavily populated? Europe North America Antarctica Asia
Asia
What is the name of the blue continent? North America Africa Asia Europe
Asia
A Strait connects two bodies of water just like a ________ connects two bodies of water. A. River B. Channel C. Strait D. Stream
B. Channel
The following quote was cited from Kaplan Early Learning, in an article discussing teaching our student's geography. According to Brenda Smith Barr, PhD, "Geography far surpasses finding countries and capitals on maps. It can be as simple as where you buy your house or as complex as how we plan for national disasters or defense...It is how we as individuals and as groups [sic] make choices with immediate and long-term impact." Based upon Barr's statement, what do you think best summarizes her perspective about making geography a part of the required curriculum? A. Essential; because we do not teach it as well as we should. B. Essential; because geography has multiple importance's that our students can benefit from. C. Essential; because we often neglect geography and replace it with other required subjects. D. Essential; because we need to be knowledgeable of locations and read maps.
B. Essential; because geography has multiple importance's that our students can benefit from.
What are the bodies of water called that surround the seven continents? A. Ponds B. Oceans C. Lakes D. Rivers
B. Oceans
Location is to relative and absolute location, as _______ is to physical aspects and human aspects A. Regions B. Place C. Movement D. Geography
B. Place
The following was adapted from the Education world website, which had teachers highlight specific challenges related specifically to teaching geography in the schools. "Indeed, only 17 states require a geography course in middle school and only 10 have geography instruction as a graduation requirement." What does this tell you about how geography is viewed in our education system? A. This statistic demonstrates how other subjects are really beginning to overshadow geography and science. B. This statistic is a reflection of how geography has lost its focus over time, but must rework its way into the required curriculum because of its benefits. C. This statistic helps us realize how little we have focused on geography in our classroom. D. This statistic is a great reminder that we need to teach things even if the standards do not indicate.
B. This statistic is a reflection of how geography has lost its focus over time, but must rework its way into the required curriculum because of its benefits.
10. A Geyser spews water and steam into the air as a _________ spews hot lava and gas into the air. A. Mountain B. Volcano C. Dune D. Hill
B. Volcano
6. "_______ showcase some of water's most alluring qualities, from mesmerizing ripples and mirror-like reflections to crystalline clarity. The world has millions of them, from tiny grass-lined ponds to massive freshwater expanses easily mistaken for oceans" (https://www.huffingtonpost.com/fodors/the-worlds-20-most-beauti_b_4219429.html) What body of water is this talking about? A. Atlantic Ocean B. Pacific Ocean C. Lake D. River
C. Lake
Which of the following is considered to be the most "fundamental and foundational" theme of geography? A. Movement B. Place C. Location D. Regions
C. Location
The following debate and perspective was taken from the Harvard education website. (Alb connect) "Successful uses of debating have been reported in a variety of disciplines, including geography...The immediate positive effects include greater knowledge acquisition by reinforcing already taught materials (Kennedy, 2009). For the learning of controversial subjects in particular, debating enhances students' appreciation for the complexities of the subject matter, and challenges prior beliefs (Bell, 1982). In the longer term, debating helps students acquire better comprehension, application, and critical evaluation skills when presented a complex topic (Omelicheva & Avdeyeva, 2008). It improves students' listening and public speaking skills (ibid.), and also opens opportunities to develop oral communication skills (Combs & Bourne, 1994), creativity (Vo & Morris, 2006), and empathy (Bell, 1982)." How would you judge the perspective above? A. Very opinionated and harsh. B. Well written and true. C. Reasonable and insightful. D. Debatable and interesting.
C. Reasonable and insightful.
A Hill is made of dirt as a Dune is made of ______. A. Soil B. Stone C. Sand D. Straw
C. Sand
If I am travelling in a boat for the purpose of either transport or irrigation, then what manmade waterway am I on? River Canal Ocean Lake
Canal
If making maps is my job, then what is my profession called? Cartographer Meteorologist Map Maker Demographer
Cartographer
Absolute location is a given and known place, just as relative location is to: Known place Close directions/place Longitude and latitude The Arctic circle
Close directions/place
"Any map is useless without an indication of direction. Most maps are oriented toward the north at the top with the east on the right, the west on the left, and the south on the bottom..." What is needed on a map to establish its directions? Compass rose Legend Scale Key
Compass rose
What is missing from this map? Compass rose Legend Latitude Scale
Compass rose
Continents are to Nation as States are to _____________. Cities Capitals Country Towns
Country
Which of the seven continents is located to the east of Europe? A. South America B. Africa C. Australia D. Asia
D. Asia
If you wanted to go hiking in Kentucky then you could go to Mammoth _______. A. Mountain B. River C. Ridge D. Cave
D. Cave
Which of the following is an example of a landlocked country in Africa? A. Kenya B. Libya C. Egypt D. Chad
D. Chad
Which of the following is not a contribution to the Movement theme of geography? A. Natural Disasters B. Economic Movement C. War D. Environmental Activism
D. Environmental Activism
"Many are too small for airports or ferries. Others are too remote. In the South Pacific there are ________ so overgrown with mangroves, you have to steer your boat a mile inland before you hit dry land. Others in the French West Indies began as sandbars until seeds and soil morphed into an oasis." (https://www.nytimes.com/2016/05/22/travel/everything-is-different-on-an-island.html) What landform is being talked about? A. Mountain B. Cave C. Peninsula D. Island
D. Island
A __________ is a river that falls off steeply. A. River B. Pond C. Geyser D. Waterfall
D. Waterfall
"The tradition of patriotic celebration became even more widespread after the War of 1812, in which the United States again faced Great Britain. In 1870, the U.S. Congress made July 4th a federal holiday; in 1941, the provision was expanded to grant a paid holiday to all federal employees. Over the years, the political importance of the holiday would decline, but Independence Day remained an important national holiday and a symbol of patriotism." (History.com) What document is celebrated on the 4th of July? Emancipation Proclamation Declaration of Independence Bill of Rights Civil rights act
Declaration of Independence
Name this land formation Strait Oasis Reservoir Delta
Delta
Maps tell us the relationship between places as compass tells us_________. Direction Distance Temperature Speed
Direction
If an individual understands regions, then they can understand ______. Diversity Migration War Communication
Diversity
Mountain is to earth as ____ is to sand. Dune Butte Mesa Cliff
Dune
Hurricane Harvey was a Category 4 storm that hit Texas on August 25, 2017. It caused $125 billion in damage according to the National Hurricane Center. That's more than any other natural disaster in U.S history except Hurricane Katrina. Texas Governor Greg Abbott needed more than $125 billion in federal relief. It affected 13 million people from Texas through Louisiana, Mississippi, Tennessee, and Kentucky. From the information given regarding Hurricane Harvey, what does this natural disaster represent? Environmental Activism Environmental Science Earth's interaction with us Our interaction with the Earth
Earth's interaction with us
The outer portion of the Earth is named the crust and this layer is made of plates which move very slowly. This is known as plate tectonics and this movement has a massive effect on the Earth. What possible outcomes could this movement cause? Earthquakes Tornados Hurricanes Forest Fires
Earthquakes
If John lived in California and his parents lived in Kentucky, then Johns parents live to the ______ of him. North East West South
East
Pictured above is a map of the regions of Kentucky, what region is the arrow pointing to? Pennyroyal Eastern Coal fields Knobs Jackson Purchase
Eastern Coal fields
A bathymetric map is to water as a topographic map is to _______ Natural Features Elevation Roads Cultural Features
Elevation
Who patented the famous invention of the Cotton Gin? Henry Ford Albert Einstein Thomas Edison Eli Whitney
Eli Whitney
Environmental science is to scientist as ______ is to activist. Environmental Protection Agency Global warming Climate change Environmental activism
Environmental activism
What water formation is this passage describing? A _____ is a deep, narrow and elongated sea or lakedrain, with steep land on three sides. The opening toward the sea is called the mouth of the _______ , and is often shallow. The ____'s inner part is called the sea bottom. If the geological formation is wider than it is long, it is not a _______. Then it is a bay or cove. Ice shelf Gulf Estuary Fjord
Fjord
In what part of South America did Charles Darwin do his observations of the tortoise and bird life that led to his theory of evolving species? Amazon Rainforest Tobago Galapagos Islands Venezuela
Galapagos Islands
Who was the first president of the United States? George Washington Teddy Roosevelt Andrew Jackson Thomas Jefferson
George Washington
Lattitude and Longitude are used when giving and finding locations throughout the world. The two words and numbers are used to pin-point specific locations. Bill explained how to remember which one is which by stating that Longitude can be seen as a fireman's poll and that Lattitude is like a ladder. How would you judge his response? Good: He explains in a way that is correct and helps others remember. Bad: His explanation was unclear and incorrect.
Good: He explains in a way that is correct and helps others remember.
Reservoirs are to rivers as a bay is to a... Gulf Swamp Peninsula Straits
Gulf
Sea is to ocean as bay as to _______ Lake River Gulf Pond
Gulf
If every event in our history happens in both a time and a place, then what two things should be important? History and Geography Region and Movement Environment and Location People and Human Interactions
History and Geography
Demography is to human population as Cartography is to Goods and resources Natural Environment Culture and society History of making maps
History of making maps
If you were teaching the importance of environmental science and the Earth, what theme would you be teaching your classroom? Regions Human Environmental Relations Movement Place
Human Environmental Relations
What Ocean is the arrow above pointing to? Atlantic Ocean Pacific Ocean Indian Ocean Arctic Ocean
Indian Ocean
The Himalaya mountains extend for about 2,500 kilometers (1,550 miles), separating the Indian subcontinent from the rest of Asia. The Indian subcontinent, once connected to Africa, collided with the Eurasian continent about 50 million to 55 million years ago, forming the Himalayas. The Indian subcontinent is still crashing northward into Asia, and the Himalayas are growing about 5 centimeters (2 inches) every year. According to this passage which of the following statements describes why the Himalayas are growing 5 centimeters every year. Indian Subcontinent crashing northward Tectonic plates Earthquakes Environmental Activity
Indian Subcontinent crashing northward
If the Prime Meridian circles the globe through the Pacific Ocean, then on the opposite side of the globe when it passes through Greenwich, it is known as? Equator International Date Line Tropic of Capricorn Line of Latitude
International Date Line
If Hawaii is an island, then... It is partly covered by water It has a gulf or bay It is completely surrounded by water It has a man-made reservoir
It is completely surrounded by water
If Pennyroyal is the largest region then ___________ is the smallest region. Eastern Coal Field Bluegrass Western Coal Field Knobs
Knobs
Human-environmental relations are based on two factors, one of them being place. Name the other factor of human-environmental relations. Location Movement Regions Economics
Location
If we asked students to look at this map and then label the states, what part of geography would we be looking at? Location Movement Human Environment Relations Regions
Location
The Eastern Coalfields are a region of Kentucky just as Kentucky is south east in the United Sates is to ___________. Place Location Movement Human-Environmental Relations
Location
What is the most fundamental theme in geography? Regions Movement Location Place
Location
If the imaginary lines traveling from East to West on this earth are called Longitude lines, then the imaginary lines traveling from the North to the South are called _______________. Longitude Degree Equator Prime Meridian
Longitude
If the Fall Equinox is around September 22nd, then the Spring Equinox is generally around... May 24th March 23rd June 22nd April 21st
March 23rd
Mount Everest is to the highest point on Earth just as _______ is to the lowest point on Earth. Dead Sea Lake Assal Marianas Trench Death Valley
Marianas Trench
Renewable resources are to water as nonrenewable resources are to __________. Solar Metal Wood Leather
Metal
Environmental science is to Human-Environmental Relations just as transportation is to _____________. Location Place Movement Region
Movement
in 1803 the Louisiana Purchase took place, doubling the size of the country. By 1840 almost 7 million Americans had migrated westward in hopes of securing land and being prosperous. If the purchase caused the American people to move westward, then which five themes of geography would this classify under? Location Place Human-Environmental Relations Movement
Movement
The Lincoln Memorial is to Washington D.C. as the Statue of Liberty is to _______. Washington Pennsylvania New York Nevada
New York
If an earthquake, volcanic eruption, or other disturbing event happens then is causes what body of water to move in reaction, creating a Tsunami? Gulf Bay Lake Ocean
Ocean
You are stopped by a young man trying to find his way to a basketball camp at the Luce Center. What would be the best response to help him find his way? Up on the hill at the end of campus Beside softball field, you'll see it if you keep driving Past the girl's dorms, follow that road until the stop sign, it is up on the hill End of campus beside the guest mansion
Past the girl's dorms, follow that road until the stop sign, it is up on the hill
If you are teaching a student about "What is it like there?", then what theme of geography are you teaching your class? Location Movement Regions Place
Place
location is to a position on the Earth's surface as _____ is to the distinctive characteristics of a position on the Earth's surface. Human-environmental relations Place Geography Sociology
Place
"Before America began the fight for its independence, one of her foremost founding fathers, Benjamin Franklin, was close friends with William Strahan, a prominent printer, publisher, and member of the British Parliament. Even after the American Revolutionary War began, the two remained friends until Franklin discovered that Strahan had voted along with his colleagues to label Americans as rebels. In response, Franklin wrote a letter to Strahan. The letter began on a formal note with Franklin addressing his former friend as "Mr. Strahan." He blamed Strahan and his fellow Parliament members for the chaos that was running through the United States. He called them murderers and even told Strahan to look at his own hands to see the bloodstains of his relatives. The short letter ended with Franklin's declaration that their friendship was over and that the both of them were enemies from that moment onward." (Listverse.com) If you walked into a museum today and saw the letter that Benjamin Franklin wrote, this would be an example of what type of source? Primary source Secondary source
Primary source
Many students do not realize that geography equips them with a broad range of skills and knowledge, enabling them to make sense of the world. By applying these skills and looking at things geographically, students can understand and work out the best solutions to problems and issues. (http://www.geogspace.edu.au/support-units/why-teach-geography/wtg-illustration1.html). What skills could students learn from geography? Problem solving Social skills Entrepreneurship Typing
Problem solving
"How is this place like or different from other places in the world?" Which theme of geography asks this question? Place Region Movement Location
Region
New England, which is often referred to as the Northeast, is made up of the states of Connecticut, Rhode Island, Massachusetts, Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine. The first settlers landed on Plymouth Rock in Massachusetts. Since the soil and seasons in New England weren't conducive to farming, the Northeast became a hub for manufacturing, timber, and trade. New England has made considerable cultural and educational contributions to the country, as the Northeastern cities were among the largest in the country for many years. From the given information and your knowledge of the five themes of geography, which theme does this paragraph closely represent? Place Movement Location Region
Region
If we showed this picture to our students, what theme of geography would we be teaching? Movement Regions Location Human Environment Relations
Regions
If you are asking your students "How is this place alike or different to other places in the world?", what theme of geography would you be talking about? Movement Human Environment Relations Regions Location
Regions
What type of map is this? OS Map Relief Map Geologic Map Physical Map
Relief Map
A natural resource is something that is found in nature and can be used by people. Earth's natural resources include light, air, water, plants, animals, soil, stone, minerals, and fossil fuels. People need some natural resources to stay alive. They use others to make their lives better. This paragraph is describing what type of resource? Nonrenewable Resource Disappearing Resource Living Resource Renewable Resource
Renewable Resource
The Sahara Desert is to North Africa just as the _____ is to Central Africa Jungle Savannahs Kalahari Desert Mountains
Savannahs
Much like its physical regions, Europe's plant and animal communities follow a general north-south orientation. The tundra, found in Iceland and the northern reaches of Scandinavia and Russia, is a treeless region where small mosses, lichens, and ferns grow. Huge herds of reindeer feed on these tiny plants. The taiga, which stretches across northern Europe just south of the tundra, is composed of coniferous forests, with trees such as pine, spruce, and fir. Moose, bear, and elk are native to the European taiga. This passage describes the Tundra and the Taiga, which stretch across Europe. The tundra that is mentioned has what plants growing. Pine, spruce, and fir Small mosses, lichens, and Ferns Northern Willows Oak
Small mosses, lichens, and Ferns
"South Africa, the last country to do away with apartheid (legal separation of the races), has become the major industrial power, and Africa has a number of big cities. Much of the continent is still agricultural and poor, and health care has become an increasing issue..." What would be an appropriate claim about South Africa based on the information above? South Africa is mostly a white country South Africa has the largest cities in Africa South Africa possibly struggles with diseases such as AIDS South Africa is all poverty
South Africa possibly struggles with diseases such as AIDS
What continent is home to the Andes Mountain range? North America Europe Asia South America
South America
What area of the world does this passage describe? The _______ is a portion of the Earth. It begins at the equator at 0° and continues into higher latitudes until it reaches 90° the middle of Antarctica. Northern Hemisphere Southern Hemisphere Western Hemisphere Eastern Hemisphere
Southern Hemisphere
This graph shows the temperature and average rainfall for a year in the UK. According to the data represented, which season had the highest temperatures? Fall Winter Spring Summer
Spring
If I am in a place that is prone to earthquakes, that means I am close to a... Tectonic plate fault Volcano Mountain Part of the lithosphere
Tectonic plate fault
The Tropic of Cancer is to the Tropic of Capricorn as the Arctic Circle is to... The North Pole The South Pole The temperate zones The Antarctic Circle
The Antarctic Circle
Why is this compass incorrect? The North and the South need to switch spots The East and the South need to switch spots The East and the West need to switch spots The West and the South need to switch spots
The East and the West need to switch spots
In Australia, most of the population lives near the ocean in wetter, more fertile areas. The Kangaroos, wallabies, koala bears, and wombats live out in the dry interior known as the what? The Great Basin The Outback Tasmania The Desert
The Outback
If all of the land on the world was once a single land form, what happened to it? The land separated apart into the world we know now The land stayed the same and never separated The land changed just a little The land disappeared
The land separated apart into the world we know now
Fundamentally, just as it is necessary to know the alphabet for reading, or multiplication tables for arithmetic, it is also necessary to learn geography to know where places are, and also some facts about those places so you can tell why they are different. (http://childventures.ca/blog/2016/11/importance-teaching-children-geography/) What is one thing that teaching geography helps students know more about? Their environment Addition problems Philosophy How to write a biography
Their environment
Physical and human aspects are to place, just as _______ is to movement. Environmental activism Transportation Relative location Political regions
Transportation
Desert is to hot as _____ is to cold. Tundra Arctic Circle Ice Shelf Wetland
Tundra
If the Equator is horizontal then that means Prime Meridian is in what position? Vertical Horizontal They are the same It is not real
Vertical
if the Sun rises in the East, then it must set in the ________. West North South East
West
The area around Mecca is considered the culture hearth for the Islamic religion and the area from which Muslims initially traveled to convert people to Islam. The spread of tools, social structures, and agriculture spread in a similar manner from the culture hearths. According to this paragraph above, the Cultural Hearth for Muslims is the Mecca. What is the definition of a Cultural Hearth? Where a culture is not successful Where people are drawn together in a community Where physical objects define their culture Where people are separated in a community
Where people are drawn together in a community
What latitude line does Cairo, Egypt lay on? a. 30 degrees North b. 30 degrees South c. 15 degrees North d. 5 degrees East
a. 30 degrees North
Maps are to cartography as birth rate is to __________. a. Demography b. Geography c. Sociology d. Anthropology
a. Demography
"We must provide funds the rainforest countries need to re-orientate their economies so that the trees are worth more alive than dead." Prince Charles Which of the following statements reflects Prince Charles view on rainforest clearing? a. Rainforests provide much of the needed oxygen for life on Earth, along with inhabiting thousands of plant and animals. b. Rainforests cover a small part of the Earth's surface and so there is no reason to waste money and resources on it. c. Raising cattle on the land and logging costs more than allowing nature to flourish in its natural environment. d. Removing trees will detour travel as the surroundings will be uninviting.
a. Rainforests provide much of the needed oxygen for life on Earth, along with inhabiting thousands of plant and animals.
If you were on a raft floating downstream on the Nile River, what large body of water would you eventually come to? a. The Mediterranean Sea b. The Indian Ocean c. Atlantic Ocean d. Red Sea
a. The Mediterranean Sea
If Jason is exploring the Atlantic Coast to make a map then he is called a what? a. cartographer b. meridian c. atoll d. archipelago
a. cartographer
The numbers on this map represent what geographic term? a. continent b. equator c. hemispheres d. projections
a. continent
A family traveling across the United States is trying to read a map. The cartographer who created the map forget to include the small table that explains the symbols that are used on the map, which is called what? a. legend b. contour c. meridian d. parallel
a. legend
Your friend tells you about the 6 areas of specialization in geography. They begin to list them saying, "Physical, Economic, Cultural, Political, and Demographic." They can't think of the last area. Which area of geography is your friend forgetting? a. Human b. Cartography c. Natural d. Societal
b. Cartography
You are watching the nightly news with your family. If the newscaster does a report about the reasons for the recent extreme urbanization of the farmland in your county, then the news reporter is studying which of the following aspects of geography? a. Cultural b. Economic c. Demographic d. Political
b. Economic
If the Bluegrass region is northern Kentucky then what region is south western Kentucky? a. Western Coal Field b. Jackson Purchase c. Knobs d. Eastern Coal Field
b. Jackson Purchase
If Susan is in the continent that is located 30 degrees south 90 degrees west. if she were to travel to the continent to the north which one would she be traveling to? a. Europe b. North America c. South America d. Asia
b. North America
If you are looking at a map of the United States, which state is to the Northwest of Nevada? a. Idaho b. Oregon c. Utah d. California
b. Oregon
"South Africa's second-biggest city ramped up contingency plans as the water crisis hurt tourism and politicians bickered over alleged failures to offset a looming disaster blamed on explosive population growth over the last two decades and several years of drought that scientists say was possibly exacerbated (made worse) by man-made global warming." -NBC News Article What are the two primary aspects of geography seen in this article? a. Physical and Economic b. Physical and Demographic c. Demographic and Economic d. Demographic and
b. Physical and Demographic
Physical characteristic is to mountains as manmade characteristic is to _______. a. Delta b. Reservoir c. Strait d. Estuary
b. Reservoir
A recent article from the NY Times (December 5,2017: Governors Look to Save NAFTA Amid Washington's Tough Talk), reports on NAFTA and its future viability. Last month, there were many meetings between officials and the President and Vice President on this issue. Being formed in the 80's, what was the overall purpose of the agreement? a. To place tariffs on Canadian produces b. To make trade more open and less subject to tariffs c. To incentivize exports to Asia d. To decrease transports from the US to Canada
b. To make trade more open and less subject to tariffs
Which of the following is the definition of a canyon a. deep valley with very steep sides b. a steep face of rock and soil c. a flat area on top and steep walls d. a flat-topped rock with steep sides
b. a steep face of rock and soil
If the Earth wasn't tilted then... a. the sun would never set b. every place on Earth would have unchanging seasons c. disease pathogens would decrease d. large societies would thrive and, because of this, the human population would expand
b. every place on Earth would have unchanging seasons
If the importance of place, in relation to other humans, has shaped experiences, knowledge, conflicts, diversions, diet, and housing then it can be said that... a. it will have no effect on plant and animal life b. geography is inseparable from human activities c. there is no relation to religion d. having a limited knowledge of the subject matter is manageable
b. geography is inseparable from human activities
There are two lines of symmetry that navigate the globe. If the latitude lines run from north to south, then what are the lines called that run from east to west? a. antipodes b. longitudes c. legends d. contour
b. longitudes
A relief map uses different colors or shades to indicate elevations just as a __________ map shows an areas features such as mountains rivers and lakes. a. forestry map b. physical map c. political map d. road map
b. physical map
Someone who studies maps is most accurately called a(n) _________. a. Geographer b.Cartographer c. Mapographer d. Demographer
b.Cartographer
Which of the following is not an appropriate understanding of geography? a. A study of the earth's landforms b. A study of earth and its people c. A study of the history of earth d. A study of the earth's natural resources
c. A study of the history of earth
Which mountain range lies to the East of Kentucky? a. Rocky Mountains b. Cascade Range c. Appalachian Mountains d. Black Mountain
c. Appalachian Mountains
Northern Hemisphere is to North America as the Southern Hemisphere is to... a. Europe b. Asia c. Australia d. globe
c. Australia
Which region of Kentucky is lies next to the Mississippi river and is characterized by low flood plains? a. Eastern Coal Field b. Bluegrass c. Jackson Purchase d. Knobbs
c. Jackson Purchase
" President Donald Trump has set in motion his plan to build an "impenetrable, physical, tall, powerful, beautiful, southern border wall" between the US and Mexico. The border is about 1,900 miles (3,100 km) long and traverses all sorts of terrain." -BBC News Article Which aspect of geography most closely relates to this excerpt from the BBC? a. National b. Cultural c. Political d. Physical
c. Political
Physical is to ecosystems as ________ is to nationalism. a. Cultural b. Metaphorical c. Political d. Economy
c. Political
Latitude is to the equator as longitude is to the a. hemisphere b. equator c. Prime Meridian d. Poles
c. Prime Meridian
If Mary was hiking the Andes Mountains then she would be in______________. a. North America b. Asia c. South America d. Australia
c. South America
What technological development further contributed to the population decrease in the 1850's? a. Telegraph b. Dynamite c. Trains d. Electricity
c. Trains
Use the following excerpt for questions 4 and 5. "When Native Americans roamed North America, the bison was one of their main needs. The Bison provided them an abundance of resources and would be used for food, clothing, weapons, and various other necessities. The Native Americans practically worshiped the Bison because it basically provided them with everything they needed to live. They chose not to over hunt these creatures and only hunting as many as they needed. The only weapons they used were bow and arrow and spears. The population around this time was 30-70 million bison. This changed when Western settlers came to North America. By 1890 there were less than 1,000 bison left." What is the main reason why the population of the bison declined as much as it did? a. The bison all migrated North to Canada b. They were killed off by the Native Americans c. Western settlers brought more advanced technology (guns) d. The herds lacked the genetic diversity to stay healthy
c. Western settlers brought more advanced technology (guns)
Justin is a cartographer traveling the world for his job. In order to do his job, he must study and survey the land in which he travels. Justin comes across many different geographic features along the way. Some of the features are a butte, a canyon, a cliff, and a mesa. Which of the following is the definition of a butte? a. deep valley with very steep sides b. a steep face of rock and soil c. a flat area on top and steep walls d. a flat-topped rock with steep sides
c. a flat area on top and steep walls
A glacier is a slowly moving river of ice just as a geyser is __________ a. where a river meets the sea or ocean b. a piece of land surrounded by water c. a natural hot spring that sprays water d. a land formation with a flat top and steep walls
c. a natural hot spring that sprays water
Sarah took a trip to what she thought was the tundra, a cold, treeless area; but when she arrived she found it to be very dry. Instead of going to the tundra, Sarah went to what other biome? a. forest b. woodland c. desert d. wetland
c. desert
If a large number of people regularly gather at a local coffee shop to share beliefs and ideas, then this coffee shop has become a a. Cultural Fault Line b. Cultural Cross Roads c. Cultural Contamination d. Cultural Hearth
d. Cultural Hearth
Which of these is a term used to describe when fertile land becomes increasingly arid and loses its water, vegetation, and wildlife? a. Overgrazing b. Deforestation c. Slash and burn d. Desertification
d. Desertification
The Atlantic Ocean is to North America and Europe as the________ ocean is to North America and Asia. a. Artic b. South China Sea c. Indian d. Pacific
d. Pacific
Absolute location is to latitude/longitude coordinates as ________ is to East of here. a. Placement b. Approximate location c. Region d. Relative location
d. Relative location
7. Which of the following is missing from the map below? a. Latitude b. Equator c. Labels d. Scale
d. Scale
The letters on this map represent what geographic term? a. desert b. river c. wetland d. ocean
d. ocean
It takes a year for the Earth to make a complete orbit at 67,000 miles per hour. Calculate the miles per hour it would take to do so in a three-year period? a. 77,000 b.134,000 c. 108,000 d.201,000
d.201,000
