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Which of the following best describes the difference between a physical map and a political map? A physical map shows natural features like mountains and rivers, while a political map shows boundaries between countries.

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A physical map shows natural features like mountains and rivers, while a political map shows boundaries between countries.

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Which of the following is an example of a strait?
The Amazon River, The Great Lakes, The Strait of Gibraltar, The Rocky Mountains

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The Strait of Gibraltar

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What is the primary difference between a continent and a country?

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A continent is a large landmass, while a country is a political entity within a continent.

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Which of the following best describes an isthmus? A narrow strip of land connecting two larger land areas. A large body of water surrounded by land. A mountain range that separates two regions. A flat area of land with few trees.

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A narrow strip of land connecting two larger land areas.

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Which of the following regions is part of Latin America? The Iberian Peninsula, The Caribbean, The Balkans, The Middle East

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The Caribbean

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What is the primary characteristic of a thematic map?

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It focuses on a specific theme or subject, such as climate or population.

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Which of the following best describes a peninsula? A body of water surrounded by land on all sides. A piece of land surrounded by water on three sides. A narrow waterway connecting two larger bodies of water. A flat, treeless area of land.

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A piece of land surrounded by water on three sides.

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Which of the following is a characteristic of urban areas compared to rural areas? Urban areas have lower population density. Urban areas have more agricultural activities. Urban areas have more developed infrastructure and services. Urban areas have more open space and natural landscapes.

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Urban areas have more developed infrastructure and services.

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Which of the following bodies of water is considered a sea? Lake Superior, The Mediterranean Sea, The Mississippi River, The Pacific Ocean

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The Mediterranean Sea

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What was Ferdinand Magellan known for?

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Leading the first expedition to circumnavigate the globe