Unit 9 Review

Which historic event contributed most to creating the conditions addressed by the reconciliation movement?

• Political revolution in Australia

• Colonization of Australia by the British

• Australia’s participation in the world wars

• Immigration of indigenous people to Australia

Based on the data above, which of the following best summarizes a societal impact as a result of environmental conditions?

• Shark attacks are more likely during periods of cold weather in Australia

• A culture of outdoorsmanship has developed in Australia

• Chinese GDP decreased between 1961 and 1990

• Oil and gas production increased during periods of warm and cold weather

Which conclusion about the nation of Niue is best supported by evidence in the photograph?

• It has a small population

• It has extensive oil resources

• Most people of Niue are engaged in agriculture

• Most of Niue's energy comes from hydroelectricity

Which kind of geographic formation is pictured in the aerial photograph above?

• Atol

• Isthmus

• Barrier Island

• Archipelago

Which country best fits the description above?

• Australia

• Fiji

• New Zealand

• Vanualu

Which geographic formation is illustrated in the map?

• Ayers Rock

• Milford Sound

• Aurora Australis

• Great Barrier Reef

How does the Australian outback influence the pattern of human settlements in the region?

• The outback is lightly populated with few towns

• The outback is the agricultural center of Australia

• The outback is the home of most major Australian cities

• The outback is rich in natural resources that attract major industries

Where are most Australian urban centers located?

• Along the Coast

• on Natural Springs

• In the northern half

• On the southern isalnd

Which physical process is most responsible for the formation of islands in the Pacific Ocean?

• Erosion

• Landslides

• Flood deposits

• Tectonic activity

Which physical process contributes to the reduction in the size of islands in the Pacific Ocean over time?

• Erosion

• Glaciation

• Volcanism

• Deposition