Geography/Map Review

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The study of Earth, its people, places, and environments

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Geography

Answer explanation

Geography is the study of Earth, its people, places, and environments, making it the correct choice. Geology focuses on the Earth's physical structure, genealogy studies family lineage, and anthropology examines human societies.

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Which of the following is a Geographer most likely to study?
Options:
- Events that occur over time and how events are connected
- People and the world in which they live
- Production, distribution, and consumption of goods/services
- How living things survive and relate to one another

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People and the world in which they live

Answer explanation

A Geographer studies how people interact with their environment, making 'People and the world in which they live' the correct choice. The other options focus on different fields like history and ecology.

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Which continent includes the United States?

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North America

Answer explanation

The United States is located in North America, which is the continent that includes countries such as Canada and Mexico. The other options do not contain the United States.

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Which is the largest continent?

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Asia

Answer explanation

Asia is the largest continent, covering about 44.58 million square kilometers. It is significantly larger than the other options listed, making it the correct answer.

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Which continent has the most countries in it?

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Europe

Answer explanation

Europe has the most countries of any continent, with 44 recognized sovereign states. This surpasses Asia, Africa, and North America, making it the continent with the highest number of countries.

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Which continent has the fewest people living on it?

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Antarctica

Answer explanation

Antarctica has the fewest people living on it, as it is largely uninhabited and only has a temporary population of researchers. In contrast, Africa, Asia, and Australia have significant populations.

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Which country is in the continent of Europe? Options: Canada, France, China, Egypt

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France

Answer explanation

France is located in Europe, making it the correct choice. Canada is in North America, China in Asia, and Egypt in Africa.

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Which ocean does NOT border North America? Atlantic Ocean, Pacific Ocean

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Indian Ocean

Answer explanation

The Indian Ocean does not border North America. The Atlantic and Pacific Oceans are the two major oceans that do border the continent.

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China is part of what continent?

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Asia

Answer explanation

China is located in Asia, making it part of the Asian continent. The other options, North America, South America, and Europe, do not include China.

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If you are traveling from Japan to California, which body of water would you have to cross?

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Pacific Ocean

Answer explanation

To travel from Japan to California, you must cross the Pacific Ocean, which lies between these two locations. The Atlantic Ocean and Gulf of Mexico are not relevant, and the Mississippi River is inland.