What is the crude death rate?

The total number of deaths in a country per 1,000 people per year

What is a developing country?

A country that is in the process of improving its economy, infrastructure, and living standards.

What is a developed country?

A country with a high standard of living, advanced technology, and a strong economy.

What is folk culture?

The traditional customs, beliefs, and practices passed down through generations in small, local communities.

What is popular culture?

The popular music and fashion trends that emerge in large cities

Traditional music passed down orally through generations, often reflecting the culture and stories of a community.

What is popular music?

Music that is widely recognized, commercialized, and enjoyed by large audiences

What is a language branch?

A group of related languages that share a common origin within a language family

What is Christianity?

A monotheistic religion based on the life and teachings of Jesus Christ.

A monotheistic religion founded on the teachings of the prophet Muhammad and the Quran.

A monotheistic religion that believes in one God and follows the teachings of the Hebrew Bible.

What are the similarities between Christianity, Islam, and Judaism?

All three are monotheistic Abrahamic faiths, believing in one God.

A spiritual and philosophical tradition from India that believes in karma, reincarnation, and the pursuit of moksha.

A philosophical and spiritual tradition based on the teachings of Siddhartha Gautama (Buddha), focused on overcoming suffering through mindfulness and meditation.

What is Confucianism?

A philosophical and ethical system based on the teachings of Confucius, emphasizing moral values, social harmony, and respect for tradition.

What is a universalizing religion?

A religion that seeks to appeal to all people, regardless of culture or location.

What are examples of universalizing religions?

Religions that seek to spread their teachings and appeal to people worldwide, such as Christianity, Islam, and Buddhism.

What is an ethnic religion?

A religion that is closely tied to a specific ethnic group, culture, or geographic region.

Why are ethnic religions typically clustered in one area of the world?

They are practiced only by people of a specific ethnicity and are deeply tied to their cultural and geographic region.

What is the definition of a state or country?

A political entity with a permanent population, defined territory, government, and the ability to enter into relations with other states.

What is a multi-ethnic state?

A state that is made up of multiple ethnic groups, each with their own culture and traditions.

What is a multinational state?

A state that consists of several ethnic groups, each with its own distinct cultural identity, and where each group may have some level of political autonomy.

What characterizes a stateless nation?

A community with a common heritage and language but without an independent state.

Which of the following best describes a constitutional monarchy? A system where a monarch shares power with a constitutionally organized government, A government where all citizens have equal say in decisions, A political system where leaders are chosen based on their wealth, A form of government where the military holds the primary power

A system where a monarch shares power with a constitutionally organized government

A government system where leaders are chosen by the people, either directly or through elected representatives.

How is power typically acquired and maintained in a dictatorship?

Through force, coercion, and limited public participation

What is an oligarchy?

A form of government in which a small group of people, often from the elite or wealthy class, hold power and make decisions for the entire population.

A government system where religious leaders or institutions hold political power and the laws are based on religious principles.

Which of the following best describes a republic? A government where a king or queen has absolute power, A system where citizens elect leaders to represent them and make laws, A political structure governed by religious authorities, A direct democracy where all citizens vote on every issue

A system where citizens elect leaders to represent them and make laws

What are the three branches of government?

Legislative, Executive, and Judicial

What is economic geography?

The study of how economic activities and resources are distributed across the world and their impact on human societies.

What is urban geography?

The study of cities and their development, structure, and the relationship between urban spaces and their environments.

Maya and Harper are exploring urban regions. Which of the following best describes a metropolitan area? A sparsely populated area with vast open spaces and few buildings, A densely populated region with significant economic, political, and cultural activities, A remote area with limited access to modern amenities, A coastal region known for its natural beauty and wildlife

A densely populated region with significant economic, political, and cultural activities

Which of the following best describes a suburban community? Options: An area with a high concentration of skyscrapers and business offices, A residential district situated on the edge of a city, typically featuring more space and less congestion, A remote area with vast agricultural lands and minimal housing, A central urban area known for its nightlife and entertainment venues

A residential district situated on the edge of a city, typically featuring more space and less congestion

What is a rural area?

An area with a low population density, typically consisting of farms, forests, or open land, and fewer urban developments.

What is revitalization?

The renewal or improvement of a declining urban area, often through economic development, infrastructure upgrades, and community engagement.

What is an industrial city?

A city that relies heavily on manufacturing, factories, and industries as the primary sources of economic activity.

What is urbanization?

The growth and development of cities, often driven by the migration of people from rural areas to urban areas for economic opportunities.

What is suburbanization?

The growth of suburban areas as people move out of cities, typically due to the availability of larger homes, better living conditions, and lower costs.

What are the causes of suburbanization?

The desire for more affordable housing, better schools, and a quieter environment, along with improved road infrastructure and car ownership.

What is exurbanization?

The movement of people from urban areas to rural areas, seeking a quieter lifestyle while still commuting to the city for work

Human Geography Final Flashcard

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FLASHCARD QUESTION

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What does population distribution describe?

Back

The way people are spread out across a specific area or the world.

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What does the term 'immigration' refer to?

Back

The movement of individuals into a country to reside there either permanently or temporarily

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What is emigration?

Back

The act of leaving one's country to live in another

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What does the Demographic Transition Model describe?

Back

The changes in a population's birth and death rates over time as a society develops

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What does population concentration refer to?

Back

The clustering of people in certain areas or regions, often due to favorable living conditions

6.

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What is population density?

Back

The number of people living per unit of area, such as per square kilometer or mile.

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What is the crude birth rate?

Back

The total number of births in a country per 1,000 people per year

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