Human Environment Interaction

Adapt means...

• to rely on

• to change to fit a new situation

• to change or make different

Modify means...

• to rely on

• to change to fit a new situation

• to change or make different

Depend means...

• to rely on

• to change to fit a new situation

• to change or make different

These are things that people do to meet their needs and to enjoy and celebrate life. These are examples of __________ activities. Physical environment influences these activities. 

• shelter
• transportation
• human
• physical

In some places around the world, people have a tough time adapting to their environment. Therefore, they try to change or alter it. This is known as _____________________________

• hydroelectric power
• urbanization
• modifying the environment
• unintended consequences

Below are examples of humans modifying the environment. Of those listed below, which does NOT fit?

• dams and rivers
• urbanization
• herding and grazing
• clothing

Which of these would be a reason for deforestation?

• a growing urban population
• Wildlife preservation
• Global Warming prevention
• Plant research

New cultures initially spread throughout the Americas because of...

• European explorers
• Social Networking
• Immigration by natives
• Commuters

Humans depend on the natural environment for their basic needs.  Which doesnʻt belong

• food
• shelter
• clothing
• electronics

People who live in the northeastern United States use heating units to keep their homes warm in winter.  This is an example of..

• modifying
• adapting
• depending