Geography Quiz

What do the shaded areas on the map have in common?

• They are very cold

• They are very warm

• They lack water

• They lack open land

What is the economic system described as having low levels of inequality and unemployment, but no incentive for profit, innovation, or efficiency?

• Free enterprise economy

• Communist economy

• Socialist economy

• Market-oriented economy

Based on the information given, what is the likely difference in the size of Miguel and Jose's farms?

• Miguel's farm is larger

• Jose's farm is larger

• Miguel and Jose have farms of the same size

• The size of their farms is not mentioned

What is the primary goal of Miguel's farming?

• To produce crops for sale

• To sustain his family's needs

• To grow cash crops

• To hire people to work on his farm

What is the primary use of the land on Jose's farm?

• To produce crops for sale

• To sustain his family's needs

• To grow cash crops

• To hire people to work on his farm

Based on the literacy rates, which country would MOST likely have the lowest level of development?

• Guinea

• Liberia

• Pakistan

• Senegal

Which statement BEST provides evidence for the answer to Part A?

• A low literacy rate indicates that only men in the country are educated and women do not contribute to the workforce.

• A low literacy rate indicates that there has been brain drain from the country and the intellects have moved to other countries to benefit other economies.

• A low literacy rate indicates few of the population are educated; therefore, they do not have jobs to feed into the economy.

• A low literacy rate indicates every other demographic level is low; therefore, the development cannot be at a high level.

Which geographic feature is responsible for the sustainability of the Egyptian people?

• The pyramids

• The Nile River

• The democratic republic

• The Muslim population

Match each element of culture with the correct example.

-In Japan, bowing is not just a form of greeting; it's a crucial aspect of business etiquette that highlights the intersection of language, culture, and business practices.

-During a religious festival, like Diwali in Hinduism, families come together to celebrate and perform rituals. This strengthens the sense of community and reinforces religious beliefs and traditions.

-A belief in environmental stewardship based on spiritual principles leads individuals to actively participate in community clean-up events. This shared belief in caring for the environment brings people together for a common cause.

-A local charity organization, founded on the belief of helping the less fortunate as taught in various religions, provides food and shelter to the homeless. This institution embodies religious values and contributes to the welfare of the community.

• Language

• Religion

• Beliefs

• Institutions

What kind of activities are most likely found in Region D? (Select TWO correct answers)

• Snowboarding

• Mountain climbing

• Wind surfing

• Fishing