World Geography Review

Which of the following defines formal region

• an area defined by a central place and the surrounding area linked to it

• the earth's crust

• an area defined by a common characteristic

• A region that has people that are really formal

A convergent boundary is when two plates come

Definition of functional region

• an area defined by a central place and the surrounding area linked to it

• exact position on the earth's surface measured by longitude and latitude

• an area defined by popular feelings and images

The process by which the ocean floor sinks beneath a deep-ocean trench and back into the mantle is known as _______

• trench

• drift

• subduction

Which of the following events would most likely occur where two continental plates converge?

• Tsunami

• Earthquake

• Mountain

• Drift

Earth has seasons because…?

• The temperature of the sun changes.

• Earth rotates on its axis.

• Earth's axis is tilted as it moves around the sun.

• The distance between Earth and the sun changes.

Which of the following statements accurately defines weather?

• The atmosphere's condition in one place over an extended time period.

• A variety of patterns typical for an area over a long period of time.

• Direct and indirect sunlight falling on an area.

• The atmosphere's condition in one place during a short time period.

What determines the direction of prevailing winds?

• Rising air near the Equator

• Calm areas at the edge of the Tropics

• Latitude and the Earth's movement

• Diagonal movement of air

What is the first step in the formation of a rain shadow?

• Warm, moist air from oceans is pushed upward.

• Hot, dry air causes dry areas or deserts on the leeward sides of mountains.

• Rising air cools and releases moisture in the form of precipitation.

• Precipitation falls on the windward side of the mountain.

Ruled by a Queen or King

• Theocracy

• Democracy

• Republic

• Monarchy