Unit 2 World Geography Test Review

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A yurt is a type of housing that has been used by Central Asian nomads since the 1200s. It is easy to move and can be quite comfortable. The use of this type of housing in Central Asia reflects a culture that is —

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maintaining traditional customs

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Which of the following sentences correctly uses the word diffusion?

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Diffusion is the spreading of culture from one place to another.

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GNP: ___________________ :: GDP ___________________ .

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All goods and services produced by a nation, only goods and services produced within a national boundary

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Based on the data in the table, the level of development in both Canada and the United States is considered as —

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more developed

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Which map would you choose if you wanted to know where countries are in relation to one another?

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political

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In 2003, which area of the United States was LEAST affected by the West Nile Virus?

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West

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According to the graphs, how has NAFTA directly affected trade?

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Trade has increased between Mexico, Canada, and the United States.

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Symbols, language, norms, values, and artifacts are all considered --

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elements of culture

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Cultures are characterized by human institutions. Which of the following best describes cultural institutions?

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Practices which are passed from one generation to another generation.

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Which of the following is true of most traditional societies? Most traditional societies place a great emphasis on technological innovation., In most traditional societies, elders are respected for their experience and wisdom., In most traditional societies, the needs of the individual are emphasized over the needs of the group., Most traditional societies provide individuals with considerable opportunities for social mobility.

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In most traditional societies, elders are respected for their experience and wisdom.