VS Geography Honors Part B All Quiz's & Reviews
Which mountain is sacred to Australian Aborigines?
C. Uluru
Mount Erebus, an active volcano, is located __________.
C. in Antarctica
The permanent body and facial tattoos that are a rite of passage for Maori people are called __________.
C. ta moko
The country in the world with the largest population but not the largest land mass is
China
The process of one tectonic plate being pushed beneath another tectonic plate is called __________.
D. subduction
To promote the growth of vegetation, Aborigines __________.
A. used fire to do controlled burns
Which Asian language has seven dialects, including Mandarin?
B. Chinese
The central Pacific Island group with many current and former US territories is __________.
B. Micronesia
According to the map above, sub-arctic and tundra climates can be found in __________. http://media.education2020.com/evresources/2045-03-02-01-00-v2_files/i0100000.jpg
B. Russia
Which of the timelines above correctly plots events in New Zealand's history? http://media.education2020.com/evresources/2045-03-02-04-00-v2_files/i0110000.jpg
B. Two (2)
An __________ is an __________ that has been modified so that it is more useful.
C. innovation . . . invention
The Akshardham Temple, shown above, is a historic Hindu temple in New Delhi. As of 2010, over 80% of the population in __________ followed the Hindu faith. http://media.education2020.com/evresources/2045-03-02-02-00_files/i0100000.jpg
D. India
The __________ and Ronne ice shelves are major landforms in Antarctica.
D. Ross
How are the Pacific's low islands distinct from the high islands?
D. The low islands often have no sources of freshwater.
How did innovations and inventions best benefit both industry and citizens?
by being less costly
The world's population is concentrated in certain countries like China most likely because of
the lack of availability or lack of use of contraceptives.
Among Australia's vast deserts, the __________ is unique because of its treeless surface and its limestone geology.
A. Nullarbor Plain
The first settlers of Australia were the __________.
B. Aborigines
Machines, tools, materials, and processes used to produce goods and services are defined as __________.
B. technology
Calligraphy, a decorative and artistic form of __________, is important to many of the languages of East Asia.
C. handwriting
Which ocean does not border Asia's coasts?
C. the Atlantic Ocean
In which of Oceania's ecosystems can you find tree kangaroos, frogs, various birds, ferns, and tall, dense trees?
C. the tropical rainforest
Which of the following statements best explains why cities are so densely populated?
D. Cities offer a wealth of opportunities for citizens, including jobs, access, education, and healthcare.
Based on your understanding of the birth rate, death rate, and life expectancy in Niger and Italy, which of the above sets of graphs is labeled correctly? http://media.education2020.com/evresources/2045-04-01-01-00-v2_files/i0080000.jpg
D. Four (4)
Based on the map above, which of the following statements is true? http://media.education2020.com/evresources/2045-03-02-01-00-v2_files/i0100000.jpg
D. Mainland Asia and the Asian islands have areas with a highlands climate.
The Maori consider the Treaty of Waitangi unfair because __________.
D. Maori and English versions of the treaty didn't match
Compare Niger's and Italy's net migration rates on the chart above. What do these figures mean for the two countries? http://media.education2020.com/evresources/2045-04-01-01-00-v2_files/i0160000.jpg
D. Per 1,000 people, Niger is losing an average of 0.5 people per year, while Italy is gaining 2.06 people.
Which of the following statements best chatagorizes Maori-European relations?
D. Significant progress has been made in recent years between those of Maori and European decent in New Zealand, and relations have improved.
Before each international match, New Zealand's national rugby team performs a pre-battle dance of the Maori, the __________.
D. haka
Female literacy rates are often lower in India and some other South Asian countries because females may have __________.
D. less access to education
The __________ Plain stretches across northern India and is home to one-tenth of the world's population.
A. Ganges
A playa is a(n) __________.
A. natural lake that is dry for long periods of time
According to the map above, the tropical wet and dry climate can be found in __________. http://media.education2020.com/evresources/2045-03-02-03-00-v2_files/i0110000.jpg
C. Australia and the Pacific Islands
Which of the following sequences correctly orders these regions from largest to smallest, according to their populations?
C. East Asia, South Asia, Europe, North America
Established during the Middle Ages, guilds were associations of skilled artisans designed to institute quality standards, establish training programs, and set prices in industries such as glassblowing or masonry. What most likely happened to the guild system following industrialization?
C. Guilds likely became less powerful as artisans were replaced by machinery.
What does the population pyramid above tell us about Niger's population? http://media.education2020.com/evresources/2045-04-01-01-00-v2_files/i0050000.jpg
C. It has a young population and is growing.
What was the most significant aspect of Henry Ford's assembly line process?
C. It reduced production costs, which allowed the products to be more affordable.
What does the above chart explain about migration trends? http://media.education2020.com/evresources/2045-04-01-02-00_files/i0080000.jpg
C. It shows that as human needs and resources change, societies develop differently.
In which country would one most likely view the sport shown in the photo above? http://media.education2020.com/evresources/2045-03-02-02-00-v2_files/i0100000.jpg
C. Japan
The Pacific Island chain located nearest to Australia is __________.
C. Melanesia
Which of the following statements is false?
C. Michael Faraday was the first to drill a commercially successful oil well in the US.
Which of the following statements best describes migration in the 20th century?
C. Migration during the 20th century was influenced by several factors, including war and politics, urbanization, and economic opportunities.
The establishment of British colonies resulted in the introduction of cricket and soccer to __________.
C. Pakistan and India
__________ made mass production relatively easy in many industries.
D. Interchangeable parts
Eastern Russia is considered part of Southeast Asia.
False
Religion, beliefs, and social norms can influence population distribution.
True
Australia's capital city, __________, is located inland, midway between the country's two largest cities.
A. Canberra
According to the chart above, which of the following countries has the largest population? http://media.education2020.com/evresources/2045-04-01-02-00-v2_files/i0060000.jpg
A. China
Which of the following countries is not pictured on the map above and has a very different culture from the others? http://media.education2020.com/evresources/2045-03-02-02-00-v2_files/i0070000.jpg
A. China
Which of the following countries is experiencing negative population growth, according to the graph above? http://media.education2020.com/evresources/2045-04-01-01-00-v2_files/i0130000.jpg
A. Italy
Which of the following statements about the effects of migration to countries in different stages of demographic transition is true?
A. Migration out of a stage 1 or 2 country is higher than migration to it.
Which of the following statements about religion in Southeast Asia is true?
A. Most people in the region practice either Islam or Buddhism.
The __________ is the only Australian river to flow year-round.
A. Murray River
Which of the following statements is true, based on the data in the chart above? http://media.education2020.com/evresources/2045-04-01-01-00-v2_files/i0180000.jpg
A. Niger has twice as many births as deaths per 1,000 people, but the life expectancy is only 52.6, resulting in a young median age.
Which ancient river valley civilization was located along the Tigris and Euphrates Rivers in the land of Mesopotamia?
A. Sumer
Which of the following statements about the census is false?
A. The census is used only to get an accurate population count.
At the most basic level, humans need which of the following to establish a successful inhabitable settlement.
A. arable land
Following the New Zealand Wars, the British government __________.
A. established seats in the House of Representatives for Maori politicians
This ecosystem is common in central and northern Asia. Flora include mosses, grasslands, and hardwoods. Animals of this ecosystem include Siberian tigers, antelopes, sheep, and snow leopards. Which of the following ecosystems is described in the paragraph above?
A. highlands
Which of the following countries struggles with language diversity, making it difficult for the government to communicate effectively and educate its population? i. India ii. Japan iii. Pakistan
A. i. only
In which of the following regions is a geothermal plateau located?
A. on the North Island of New Zealand
A __________ is a survey that focuses on only a small portion of the population, and the results are generalized for the larger population.
A. sample
Which of the following bodies of water is a saltwater lake that is located between Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan and is shrinking?
A. the Aral Sea
Which body of water is arrow four (4) pointing to on the map above? http://media.education2020.com/evresources/2045-03-02-03-00-v2_files/i0060000.jpg
A. the Coral Sea
Many of the __________ creation stories portray the Earth being created during an event called the Dreaming.
B. Aborigines'
Why did large numbers of Africans migrate to the Americas?
B. Large numbers of Africans were forcibly taken to the Americas during the slave trade.
The transportation of African slaves to the Americas is best described as an example of __________ migration.
B. forced
Examine the population chart of Niger. Based on this chart, Niger is in the __________ stage of Thompson's Demographic Transition. http://media.education2020.com/evresources/2045-04-01-01-00-v2_files/i0050000.jpg
B. growth
In which of the following countries does a majority of the population practice Islam? i. Pakistan ii. India iii. Indonesia
B. i. and iii. only
Today, the economies of the Pacific Islands rely heavily on which of the following needs?
B. importing raw materials so economies can produce manufactured goods
In recent years, people have been motivated to move from rural areas to urban areas for __________.
B. jobs and other opportunities
The achievements of the Tang and Song Dynasties include __________.
B. the invention of gunpowder and the growth of Confucianism
A committee appointed to investigate a particular matter is a __________.
B. tribunal
Because of its proximity to the Ring of Fire, Southeast Asia often is threatened by massive and destructive waves called
B. tsunamis
Which of the following statements best descibes the role of the caste system in India today?
C. The caste system was limited by the constitution, but many still adhere to it, especially in rural areas.
Which of the following statements about religion in China is true?
C. The country of China is officially atheist, but people practice Buddhism, Christianity, Taoism, Hinduism, and Islam.
Why are monsoons important to the people of India?
C. They are an important source of water for irrigation.
Which of the timelines above correctly plots events in Australia's history? http://media.education2020.com/evresources/2045-03-02-04-00-v2_files/i0070000.jpg
C. Three (3)
In a __________ system, people are placed into a given level of society at birth, and they remain at that level throughout their lives.
C. caste
The majority of Australians live in __________.
C. cities in the southeast region of the continent
An aging population will impact Italy's economy in all of the following ways except by __________.
C. leading to increased costs associated with educating and feeding the population
Los Angeles, San Diego, and neighboring cities mutually support each other in their urban development and expansion. These cities have grown together into one continuous urban community, and together they are an example of a __________.
C. megalopolis
It is reasonable to assume that nations with a low total fertility rate (TFR) and a modest amount of population growth are in __________ of Warren Thompson's demographic transition model.
C. stage 3: leveling
This saltwater lake is the largest lake or inland sea in the world. Is it below sea level and is located east of the Caucasus Mountains. It is a natural boundary between Europe and Asia. Which of the following bodies of water is described in the paragraph above?
C. the Caspian Sea
In India, the introduction of Sanskrit, Hinduism, and the caste system all occurred during the time period of __________.
D. Aryan civilizations
Which of the following statements best explains why urban centers grew during the Industrial Revolution?
D. Factories and their corresponding jobs were located in cities and created economic opportunities for migrants.
__________ became suitable sites for new civilizations like Mesopotamia because they provided arable land and sources for irrigation.
D. River valleys
Examine the population chart of Niger. Based on this chart, Niger is in the __________ stage of Thompson's Demographic Transition. http://media.education2020.com/evresources/2045-04-01-01-00-v2_files/i0050000.jpg
D. replacement
Which improvement in navigation technology allowed sailors to use celestial bodies to determine latitude?
D. the astrolabe
In which of the following climate zones do giant pandas live?
D. the deciduous forest
This ecosystem is common in eastern and northern Siberia. Flora include mosses, summer flowers, and small shrubs. Animals include wolves, reindeer, foxes, and rabbits. Which of the following ecosystems is described in the paragraph above?
D. tundra
Which of the following crops is not grown in the tropical climates of Asia?
D. wheat
Which of the following statements best describes the religious characteristics of Pakistan and India?
D.The majority of people In Pakistan practice Islam, and the majority of people in India practice Hinduism.
99% of Egypt's population lives on only 3% of the country's land.
True
Italy and Niger have opposite population demographics: Italy has an aging population with a high life expectancy, and Niger has a very young population with a low life expectancy.
True
The US has a larger area than China, but China has a larger population.
True
The Yangtze River is the world's third-largest river and is used extensively as a trade avenue.
True
Warren Thompson's demographic transition model describes population changes in a country over time.
True
Which totally revolutionized industry by increasing efficiency?
mass production
The most likely reason today's population is growing in certain areas or countries is because
people are leaving rural areas and moving to urban areas.
