Geography Practice Questions
Which of the following is represented on the American Flag? A the original colonies B the national motto C the bald eagle D the liberty bell
A
Which of the following Middle Latitude climate types is the result of the influence of ocean currents and the presence of mountains? A. Marine West Coast B. Humid Subtropical C. Mediterranean D. Tropical Wet Dry
A. Marine West Coast
A watershed describes which of the following areas? A the area between two mountain ranges B a land area where water runoff accumulates and flows into rivers and streams C the boundary created when two opposing ocean currents intersect D a large flat region located at high altitude
B
The popularity of American fast food restaurants in countries such as South Korea and Japan is an example of which of the following kinds of diffusion. A. Contagious Diffusion B. Hierarchical Diffusion C. Relocation Diffusion D. Stimulus Diffusion
B
The process of self-actualization requires coherence between which of the following two subcategories of self-identity? A self-esteem and ideal self B self-image and ideal self C self-image and categorical self D categorical self and self-esteem
B
The religious laws of the Jewish faith are found in which of the following? A the Bhagavad Gita B the Torah C the New Testament D the Quran
B
The study of human spatial patterns usually begins by considering the placement and density of which of the following? A people B buildings C natural features D employment opportunities
B
Trade agreements between countries, like the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA), are created primarily to accomplish which of the following? A reduce illegal importation and exportation between countries B reduce barriers to trade between countries C protect domestic industries from foreign competition D increase trade regulations between countries
B
What are the three main climate zones of planet Earth? A. Cold, Hot, Wet B. Tropical, Temperate, Polar C. Moderate, Dry, Humid D. Arid, Continental, Arctic
B
What is the cause of the two poles having a continuously cold climate with much water frozen as ice and snow? A. Evaporation of water from higher elevations B. Tilt of the axis of the Earth C. The spinning of the Earth on its axis D. Annual movement of the Earth around the Sun
B
What part of the Earth is composed of the crust and the outermost layer of the mantle? A. Atmosphere B. Lithosphere C. Asthenosphere D. Hydrosphere
B
Which canal creates a water route from the Pacific Ocean to the Atlantic Ocean? A Erie Canal B Panama Canal C Suez Canal D Kiel Canal
B
Which of the following best describes a plain? A an area of land that rises abruptly and steeply above the land surrounding it B a flat area of land with an elevation that is lower than its surroundings C a small land mass not connected to any continent D a relatively flat area of land that is higher than the land surrounding it
B
Which of the following biomes is marked by the least amount of biodiversity? A. Aquatic B. Tundra C. Desert D. Forest
B
Which of the following countries is most likely to be severely economically affected by a hurricane in the Atlantic? A Mexico B Haiti C Canada D the United States
B
A student athlete scores a winning goal during an important game. At school the following day, the popular students invite her to join their table at lunch. This is an example of: A dominant culture. B income stratification. C acculturation. D social mobility.
D
Achievement gaps in the United States are most prominent among groups that differ in which of the following ways? A family structure B gender C geography D race and ethnicity
D
Which of the following has no impact on climatic conditions? A. Ocean currents B. Longitude C. Elevation D. Latitude
B: Longitude
In moving to a new country, ELLs must adapt to a new way of life. During that process, it's common for ELLs to experience all of the following except: A culture shock. B assimilation. C enculturation. D acculturation.
C
In the 21st century, the increasing ease and efficiency in which goods and resources can be shipped and invested across international boundaries has resulted in which of the following? A protective tariffs passed by countries to encourage domestic production B an increase in regulation of global financial markets C a specialization of labor as countries realize their competitive advantages D an increase in environmental regulations regarding international transportation
C
In the United States, which of the following is the most common reason for individuals relocating to different geographical areas? A forced removal due to government land acquisitions B escaping persecution from government C searching for better socio-economic opportunities D searching for a more stable water source
C
In the eastern United States, the Appalachian Mountains do not cause a significant rainshadow due to which of the following? A the presence of the Gulf Stream B their high elevation C their low elevation D the extreme length of the mountain range
C
In which learning theory is scaffolding considered important and influential? A. Behavioral Learning Theory B. Cognitive Learning Theory C. Social Learning Theory D. Personality Learning Theory
C
Natural disasters in the Global South often lead to which of the following? A international business investment B political revolutions C disease outbreaks D better infrastructure development
C
Oceanic islands are formed through the activity of what geological feature? A continental plates B rivers C volcanos D oceans
C
An area with which of the following features is likely to have a high population density? A disconnected transportation networks B rugged terrain C extreme climatic changes D abundant natural resources
D
Ana's parents immigrated to the United States from Mexico when she was an infant. She is considered an ELL student because both English and Spanish are spoken in her home. She has grown up with very similar experiences to her peers. She participates in the same extracurricular and church activities as them and shops for food and clothing at the same stores. Ana's experience is best described as: A cultural pluralism. B acculturation. C intragroup differences. D assimilation.
D
Which of the following is least important to the development and shaping of cultures? A traditions written and passed down through history B the geography of the region C types of accents D interactions of people and ideals
C
What is a direct result of the annual movement of the earth in its orbit around the sun? A. Global warming B. Water evaporation in the hydrological cycle C. Loss of biodiversity in the biosphere D. Seasonal climate variation
D
What is the characteristic that marks modern developing countries in stage two of the demographic transition model? A. Slow, stable decline in population growth B. Slow, stable growth in population C. Rapid decline in population growth D. Rapid increase in population growth
D
What is the process by which a minority culture adopts beliefs and ideas from a majority culture? A. Extinction B. Acculturation C. Adaptation D. Assimilation
D
What land formation is characterized as a triangular area of land of fertile soil at the mouth of a river? A. Marsh B. Basin C. Canal D. Delta
D
Which canal creates a water route from the Great Lakes to the Atlantic Ocean? A Kiel Canal B Suez Canal C Panama Canal D Erie Canal
D
Which of the following belief systems has sought to achieve social harmony by situating each individual within a fixed caste, closely linking status and occupation? A. Confucianism B. Zoroastrianism C. Buddhism D. Hinduism
D
Which of the following best describes a cultural foundation? A the first aspect of a culture to develop B the five common systems into which culture can be categorized C the universal aspects of human culture shared across societies D the basic worldview from which cultural practices derive
D
Which of the following best describes a political response to persistent drought in California? A increased prices for bottled water B development of more drought-tolerant plants C loss of revenue at state-managed aquatic centers D mandated water restrictions
D
Which of the following best describes a result of cultural exchange between Greece and other ancient cultures? A Egyptian peoples worshipping a version of the Greek god Isis B the spread of Hellenistic religion following the Greek defeat of lands previously under Roman control C Hellenistic temples containing art made with stones from pre-Columbian South America D development of Asian cities following Greek city-planning patterns
D
Which of the following statements best explains why corn and soybeans are primarily grown in the Midwest, while the highest production of grapes, strawberries, and lemons in the United States occurs in California? A Labor-intensive crops are more likely to be grown in California, where migrant labor is more plentiful, while corn and soybeans can be harvested by machines. B The different agricultural traditions that early settlers brought to those regions have continued to influence what types of crops farmers in those regions grow. C Fruits make up a greater proportion of the diet for people along the West Coast, while those in the Midwest consume more grains. D California has the Mediterranean climate necessary for growing fruits, while corn and soybeans are able to thrive in the shorter growing seasons of the Midwest.
D
Which of the following theorists is known for the idea that children develop through several cognitive stages? A Abraham Maslow B Karl Marx C George Herbert Mead D Jean Piaget
D
Which of the following types of conditioning results in behaviors that are involuntary? A operant B cognitive C reinforcement D classical
D
"Meng I Tzu asked about the treatment of parents. The Master said, 'Never disobey!' When Fan Ch'ih was driving his carriage for him, the Master said, 'Meng asked me about the treatment of parents and I said, Never disobey!' Fan Ch'ih said, 'In what sense did you mean it?' The Master said, 'While they are alive, serve them according to the ritual. When they die, bury them according to ritual and sacrifice to them according to ritual.'" The above quote from the Analects of Confucius suggests that: A ancient Chinese society viewed the individual in the context of their obligations to parents and the broader community. B Chinese society valued questioning the decisions of one's elders in order to form one's own ideas. C a strict code of criminal law was required to maintain order in ancient Chinese society. D the rights of the individual in ancient Chinese society were considered paramount to one's obligations and responsibilities to the larger societal community.
A
A classification of similar ecosystems is known as a: A biome. B flora. C habitat. D fauna.
A
About 20,000 years ago, the Americas were populated by migrations from where? A Eurasia B Polynesia C Europe D Africa
A
All of the following are true of glaciers except that: A they are composed of saltwater. B they move through the force of their own weight. C they form on land. D they appear blue.
A
Classical conditioning uses ______ to create involuntary behaviors, whereas operant conditioning uses ______ to teach learned behaviors. A stimuli; rewards and punishment B rewards and punishment; stimuli C rewards; punishment D verbal stimuli; physical stimuli
A
In Singapore, much of the economy is industrial and service-based. The country also enjoys highly advanced technology. Singapore is an example of a: A more developed country. B third world country. C less developed country. D market economy.
A
In which of the following ways did the migration of people from the Fertile Crescent region of Eurasia most directly affect the development of civilization in Europe beginning in the 6th Century BCE? A The migrations introduced novel agricultural techniques to Europe. B The migrations brought with them novel technologies that allowed for oceanic exploration. C The migrations introduced feudalism to European society. D The migrations led to the rise of Christianity in Europe.
A
The British people's embrace of tea drinking is an example of A diffusion B assimilation C adaptation D culture
A
The Protestant Reformation was formed around which of the following core ideas? A Salvation comes through faith alone. B The Pope is the head of the Church. C Purgatory is a place for the purification of souls. D Women should be given equal status in the Church.
A
The discovery of oil in the Middle East in the 20th century has affected these societies in which of the following ways? A The highest income classes have grown wealthier while the number of individuals in poverty has increased. B Western countries have ceased trading relationships with previous allies in the Middle East. C The middle class has grown substantially throughout the region. D Labor unions and socialist thought have taken hold in the region.
A
The wage gap between Latinas and Latinos is larger than the wage gap between white women and white men. This is can be in part explained by: A the Matrix of Domination. B negative sanction. C acculturation. D social mobility.
A
What economic system, defined as a system that regulates the exchange of goods and services, do most modern countries practice? A. Mixed economy B. Command economy C. Demand economy D. Traditional economy
A
What impact does weathering and erosion have on the Earth's surface? A. They weaken and break down exposed landforms. B. They build up mountain ranges over time. C. They contribute to the creation of glaciers. D. They help to form trenches such as the Marianna Trench.
A
Which of the following Texas artists is considered the King of Ragtime? A Scott Joplin B Seymour Fogel C Amado Peña D Sedrick Huckaby
A
Which of the following best describes a sea? A a part of the ocean surrounded partially by land B a body of salt-water surrounded entirely by land C a sea is another name for an ocean D a large body of freshwater surrounded entirely by land
A
Which of the following best describes the "means to righteousness" in Islam? A obedience to the Five Pillars B adherence to the Eightfold Path C substitutionary atonement D remedying social injustice and inequity
A
Which of the following is the best example of a country's location affecting its natural resources? A The many climate zones of the United States allow for wide agricultural diversity and high yields of crops. B Australia's proximity to China has been beneficial for its export markets to that country. C The small size of Singapore has led to one of the highest population densities in the world. D Great Britain's ten major ports helped the country become a center for international banking.
A
Which of the following poses the greatest challenge to the continuation of a particular culture? A globalization B innovation C modernization D industrialization
A
Which of the following presents the greatest threat to the continuation of the Insular Oceanic culture? A climate change. B political corruption C economic decline D ethnic violence
A
Which of the following scenarios best describes the interconnectivity inherent to an ecosystem? A The reintroduction of wolves to Yellowstone National Park reduces the population of deer, which have been having a detrimental effect on several native plant species. B During late summer and early autumn, bears change their eating habits as they prepare for hibernation. C The funding of a local bus program reduces the number of individuals who drive to work, reducing pollutants emitted into the atmosphere. D The days are shorter in winter, resulting in longer periods of activity for nocturnal animals.
A
Which of the following scriptures is associated with Judaism? A the Torah B the Gospels C the Quran D the Bhagavad Gita
A
Which of the following theorists developed the theory of operant conditioning? A B.F. Skinner B Abraham Maslow C Charles Cooley D Ivan Pavlov
A
Which of the following was most significant in allowing urban centers to flourish and grow into major cities? A access to trading networks by road or port B a homogenous culture and language C political security and peace D rich soil for agricultural development
A
Why did the Ancient Egyptians experience very little offensive attacks from other civilizations? A The Egyptians were surrounded by deserts and other natural barriers. B The Nile was too deep and long and could not be crossed. C The lack of seaports left the area unattractive to other civilizations. D The long rainy season left the region was inhospitable to invasion.
A
Which of these represent the most common roles of traditions, storytelling, and music in communities? Select all answers that apply. A defining a sense of cultural identity within the community B passing knowledge and culture to future generations C to define other cultures as inferior D a way of establishing friendly bonds between different groups
A and B
The use of gasoline, a fossil fuel, in automobiles gave rise to the development of the American suburbs, but also led to which TWO of the following? Select all answers that apply. A an increase in the production of natural gas B a decrease in global temperature C a decrease in global oil output D a rise in global temperature
A and D
According to the theory of plate tectonics, which of the following is true? Select all that apply. A. The matching coastlines that form the Earth's continental boundaries are evidence of an earlier supercontinent known as Pangaea. B. Glacial drift is best explained as a feature of the gradual movement of continental land masses. C. Volcanic activity along plate boundaries contributes to the creation of mountains and mountain ranges. D. Most of the major continental mountain ranges are the product of a process of subduction.
A, C and D
Throughout most of human history, most settled land has been used for what purpose? A recreational B military C agricultural D residential
C
A Mediterranean climate is characterized by which of the following conditions? A hot and wet conditions all year round B cool, wet winters and hot, dry summers C mild winters and cool summers D cold, snowy winters and humid, hot summers
B
A new immigrant to the United States begins to incorporate western-style clothes into her traditional wardrobe. This is an example of: A non-material components. B acculturation. C cultural realm. D folk culture
B
Annual hurricane storms have the greatest effect on which of the following regions? A Hawaiian Islands B The US Gulf Coast C South America D Western Europe
B
California experienced a significant drought from 2012-2015. Many almond farmers began planting crops that required less water to grow. This action is an example of: A settlement patterns impacting the environment. B adapting to environmental changes. C market pressures on farming. D the benefits of reliance on renewable resources.
B
Column A New York, New York Houston, Texas San Diego, California Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Column B Albany, New York Austin, TX Sacramento, California Olympia, Washington The places listed in Column A acquire their significance primarily as A. Political centers B. Port cities C. Religious centers D. Financial centers
B
Economic development often leads to which of the following? A increased mortality rates B decreased birth rates C increased birth rates D decreased life expectancy
B
In which of the following ways did cities along the Mississippi River during the mid-1800s differ from the port cities of Europe during the Age of Exploration? A Cities along the Mississippi River served as points of embarkation for expansion into new territories. B The Mississippi River provided the ability for cities along the river to export goods to domestic and international markets. C The availability of jobs in cities along the Mississippi River contributed to rapid population increase. D Conditions in cities along the Mississippi River contributed to the spread of diseases.
B
Members of a sports team have shared experiences and values. This is an example of: A status. B social solidarity. C secondary groups. D social controls.
B
Self-esteem is best understood as which of the following? A descriptions about yourself that fit into rigid categories B how you value yourself C regrets over past choices you've made D how you would like to be
B
The Five Pillars are fundamental practices in which Abrahamic religion? A Christianity B Islam C Buddhism D Judaism
B
The brain is the major subject of study in __________ , while human perception is the focus of _________. A biological psychology; behavioral psychology B biological psychology; cognitive psychology C social psychology; biological psychology D cognitive psychology; social psychology
B
The city of Los Angeles has hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters. This is an example of which kind of climate? A steppes B mediterranean C tundra D humid continental
B
The first permanent human settlements that arose in parts of Eurasia featured which of the following attributes? A proximity to ocean shorelines, providing a reliable food source B fertile soil deposits, which made possible the development of novel agricultural techniques C connected mountain ranges, which allowed for ease of fortification D a unified political system that led to the absence of societal conflict between settlements
B
The formal name of the United States of America denotes which type of region? A climate B political C language D religious
B
The formation of a caldera is related to which of the following events? A tornado B volcanic eruption C tsunami D earthquake
B
Which of the following describes the role of theater in Ancient Greek culture? A satirize the established social hierarchy B a method of criticizing the government C theater had little cultural significance D entertainment for lower-class citizens
B
Which of the following geographic features most likely contributed to the lack of cultural consistency and political unity among the Greek city-states? A diverse economic resources resulting in city-states specializing in one production area B the mountainous terrain of Greece C importance of kinship bonds in Greek culture D competition among fisherman at seaports
B
Which of the following monotheistic religious traditions contributed most directly to the development of Islam? A. Zoroastrianism B. Judaism C. Buddhism D. Sikhism
B
Which of the following most contributed to the diversification of the American religious landscape in the 20th century? A American victory in the Second World War B increased immigration from developing nations C economic liberalization D the advent of computer technology
B
Which of the following most directly influenced the patterns of early urban settlement? A. Stable government B. Proximity to transportation and trade routes C. Access to grazing lands and domesticated herd animals D. Lack of disease sources
B
Which of the following most likely led to the growth of cities beginning in the 4th century BCE? A development of metallurgy B establishment of trade routes C advent of monotheistic religion D creation of written language
B
Which of the following was the primary cause of prehistoric human migration? A desire for military advantages B search for suitable water sources C need to escape persecution D search for better socio-economic opportunity
B
Which of the following would be an example of a historical migration driven primarily by "push factors"? A. Italian migration to 19th-century American cities in search of manufacturing jobs B. Irish migration to 19th-century America in response to the potato famine C. Germanic migrations into the western Roman Empire in the fourth century ce in search of plunder D. Arab migrations from the Arabian Peninsula across North Africa in the seventh century ce
B
In what ways does farming lead to specific cultural development of a community? Select all answers that apply. A All children in the community would begin working and learning specific skills applicable to farm life at an early age. B Since adequate food production required less farmers, many people were free to dedicate their time elsewhere and develop other skills. C Farming increases food supplies enough to allow families to settle into permanent villages and develop relationships and traditions within their village. D Everyone in the community would be working toward the same goal-producing enough food-which created strong bonds and a sense of belonging.
B and C
Which of the following are characteristics of sociological institutions? Select all answers that apply. A They require specific symbols or celebrations. B They provide a structure to help govern behavior. C They are based on what a particular culture values most. D They are separate from political structures.
B and C
Why are the borders of cultural regions different than borders of physical and functional regions? Select all answers that apply. A Geography does not typically study cultural changes. B Functional regions are designed by a group of humans for a clear purpose. C Culture does not change as suddenly as geographical features change. D Land within one physical region can be radically different.
B and C
Which type of cultural diffusion would most likely be the result of human migration? A. Contagious Diffusion B. Relocation Diffusion C. Expansion Diffusion D. Hierarchical Diffusion
B. Relocation diffusion
In contrast to developing nations, developed nations are generally characterized by: A low levels of immigration. B low per capita income. C high levels of education. D high rates of infant mortality.
C
In contrast to the First Great Awakening, the Second Great Awakening included which of the following? A a widespread return to piety and morality B a rejection of rationalist thought as the only source of truth C the emergence of non-mainline Christian denominations D an appeal to emotional response rather than intellect
C
Auguste Comte, the 19th-century scholar often called the founder of modern sociology, would have been most associated with which of the following statements? A. "The history of all hitherto existing societies is the history of class struggle." B. "Masculine and feminine roles are not biologically fixed but socially constructed." C. "Each branch of knowledge passes through three different theoretical conditions: the theological, the metaphysical, and the scientific or positive." D. "Every individual ... intends only his own gain, and he is in this, as in many other cases, led by an invisible hand to promote an end which was no part of his intention."
C
Canyons are the result of long-term erosion due to what type of activity? A tectonic shift B wind C rivers D ocean currents
C
Countries in which of the following regions continue to struggle economically and politically, largely as a consequence of European colonial activity in the 17th-20th centuries? A Central Asia B North America C sub-Saharan Africa D Australia
C
Diffusion is best understood as: A an economic activity involving moving goods from one place to another. B the process by which one nation takes control of another. C the spread of culture, ideas, and customs. D the movement of people from one place to another.
C
Early human settlements, such as those in Mesopotamia, tended to be centered around which of the following? A deserts B mountains C rivers D ocean shores
C
Earth's separate continents were formed through which of the following processes? A subduction B obduction C tectonic shift D atmospheric thinning
C
George Whitefield, John Wesley, and Jonathan Edwards were all prominent figures in which of the following movements? A bimetallism B abolitionism C the First Great Awakening D nativism
C
The Dust Bowl of the 1930s was caused by a combination of prolonged drought followed by high winds, which resulted in loss of vegetation, as much of the topsoil was picked up by the winds and transported out to sea. As a result, millions of farmers left the midwest and moved west. The Dust Bowl was an example of: A internal forces shaping the earth B tropical storms causing rapid erosion C natural forces impacting migration D solar radiation impacting temperature
C
The abolitionist movement in the United States gained momentum during which of the following eras? A the First Great Awakening B the Colonial Era C the Second Great Awakening D the Progressive Era
C
The experiences of which of the following demographic groups play a prominent role in 19th and 20th Century Texas art? A Native Americans B African Americans C Latino Americans D Asian Americans
C
The most common mistake made by students when defining the culture region of America is: A focusing only on democratic governments. B not including the outlying Pacific Islands. C focusing solely on the United States. D ignoring the former British colonies in Central America.
C
The phenomenon of cold temperatures in San Francisco during the summer months is caused by which of the following? A irregular wind patterns moving in from the Pacific Northwest B the mediterranean climate of California maintaining year-round cold temperatures C cold oceanic waters meeting warm air patterns from inland California D equatorial currents moving away hot air
C
What are the main characteristics upon which culture regions are organized and recognized? A. Adaptations to environment B. Standards of living C. Human beliefs and activities D. Religious ideas
C
What artificial waterway was instrumental in connecting Asian trade with European trade during the 19th century? A. Panama Canal B. Grand Canal C. Suez Canal D. Elbe-Lubeck Canal
C
What climate type is found in tall mountains or elevated plateaus? A. Tundra B. Arid C. Highland D. Humid continental
C
Which of the following New World crops contributed most to population growth in Europe and Asia in the 18th and 19th centuries? A. Corn B. Wheat C. Potatoes D. Beans
C
Which of the following best describes the relationship between Christianity and Judaism in the Middle East and North Africa? A Judaism and Christianity arose independently before the 1st century CE and each established their own small communities in the Middle East. B Christianity superseded Judaism as the predominant religious tradition in large portions of the Middle East. C Christianity developed out of Judaism in the 1st century CE and incorporated elements of Jewish thought, including monotheism and messianism. D Judaism developed out of Christianity in the 1st century CE and incorporated elements of Jewish thought, including monotheism and messianism.
C
Which of the following best describes why European settlers in California chose to settle near the San Francisco Bay area? A The bay was rich with gold deposits. B The area was rich in oil deposits. C The bay was a natural harbor that protected ships. D The bay was far from government oversight so individuals could evade taxes.
C
Which of the following branches of psychology focuses on how people think about themselves and other people? A behavioral B cognitive C social D biological
C
Which of the following countries belongs to the region expected to experience significant population growth in the 21st century? A Bahrain B Australia C Uganda D Canada
C
Which of the following ecosystems is the least productive? A tropical rainforests B savanna grasslands C tundras D coral reefs
C
Which of the following forms of agriculture is most suited to mountainous areas with variable climates? A slash-and-burn farming B hydroponics C grazing livestock D aquaculture
C
Which of the following reflects the core aim of Buddhism? A salvation in heaven B freedom from ignorance C cessation of desire and suffering D attainment of eternal sensual paradise
C
Which of the following theorists is known for the idea that capitalism is the result of the Protestant work ethic? A Sigmund Freud B B.F. Skinner C Max Weber D Ivan Pavlov
C
Which of the following types of government allows citizens to most directly influence its government? A monarchical B totalitarian C democratic D authoritarian
C
Which of the following would be considered by sociologists to be a social more? A. Laws against possessing illicit drugs in the United States. B. The practice of bowing when greeting someone in Japan. C. Respect for the elderly in Confucian societies. D. Occupational health and safety regulations in Europe.
C
Which of the following would have the greatest effect on weather conditions in Colorado? A the marine climate zone B the temperature of ocean water C the rain shadow effect D the sun received at tropical latitudes
C
Which type of landform is an area of flat land at a higher elevation than the surrounding land? A mountain B hill C plateau D plains
C
Which type of water feature is almost always artificially created by man? A ocean B lake C canal D pond
C
Which of the following tools do sociologists use to help understand human behavior and understand societal questions? Select all answers that apply. A networks B socialization C measurement D observation
C and D
A parent instructs their four-year-old child to look adults in the eye when they speak to them. This is an example of which of the following types of socialization? A identity development B anticipatory socialization C resocialization D primary socialization
D
Japan, where the birth rates have fallen below death rates, would be considered in which stage of the demographic transition model? A. Stage Two B. Stage Three C. Stage Four D. Stage Five
D
Ms. Hanson pre-teaches the term "scarcity" to her class before reading a text during a social studies lesson. What concept is she most likely teaching? A government structure B physical processes C environmental degradation D the free enterprise system
D
Subduction is a geographic process that directly contributes to the creation of what feature? A lakes B oceans C deserts D mountains
D
The First Great Awakening promoted which of the following goals? A raising awareness of social ills in society, such as slavery B uniting the various Christian denominations in the United States C calling people to see corruption that existed in the Church D reaching people across all social strata with the Christian message
D
The Islamic cultural region is known for which of the following attributes? A political liberalization B ethnic diversity C resource diversity D religious homogeneity
D
The movement of tectonic plates away from each other, above the ocean, results in the formation of what type of landform? A. Trenches B. Mountain ranges C. River valleys D. Rift valleys
D
The study of volcanic formation and activity is an example of study in which essential element of geography? A environment and society B the spatial world C human systems D physical systems
D
The world population quadrupled in the 20th century due to which of the following? A increased natural resources B fewer wars C decreased industrialization D advances in medical technology
D
To what holy city do Muslims make a pilgrimage, or Hajj? A. Jerusalem B. Damascus C. Medina D. Mecca
D
Which of the following defines a region in the study of human geography? A shared culture B shared physical habitat C congressional districts D political borders
D
Which of the following is NOT an example of the impact of the Columbian Exchange on the Texas environment? A. Honeybees B. Longhorn cattle C. Sugarcane D. Chili peppers
D
Which of the following is an example of acculturation? A the adoption of new technologies in traditional fields, such as the use of drones in agriculture B the development of cash crops, including peanut farming in Senegal C the purposeful decision to close off to outsiders, as in Hasidic Judaism D the fusion of two culinary traditions, such as Korean tacos
D
Which of the following is an example of an event or process caused by internal forces? A the Gulf Stream changing weather patterns B droughts causing soil erosion C humans causing pollution D plate tectonics triggering a volcanic eruption
D
Which of the following is the best reason why geographers might study Washington, Oregon, Western Idaho, and Montana as one region? A The residents all primarily speak English. B They are all states within the United States. C They each have different physical features. D They share common cultural characteristics.
D
Which of the following is the most common reason for forests to be cut down in developing countries? A to decrease carbon dioxide emissions into the atmosphere B to increase tourism destinations C to create more logging jobs D to make land suitable for farming
D
Which of the following landforms resulted from the movement of tectonic plates away from each other? A. The Andean Plateau in west-central South America B. The Himalayan Mountain Range in Asia C. The Tigris-Euphrates River Valley D. The Great Rift Valley in East Africa
D
Yao is an ELL student who recently moved to the United States with his family. He adheres to the procedures and norms of his new American school, and has spent the earnings of his job at the grocery store on shoes and clothing similar to what his classmates wear. At home, he still observes the holiday traditions and religious practices of his native country. Yao's current experience is best described as: A assimilation. B cultural relativism. C biculturalism. D acculturation.
D
