World Geography SOL Review 3

Which number on the map is closest to the Pyrenees Mountains?

• 1
• 2
• 3
• 4

Which of these physical characteristics are LEAST LIKELY to be found in a geographic area known as a "steppe"?

• limited rainfall
• cold winters
• grasslands
• dense forests

This map shows where major cities in Russia are located. Based on the map, which of these is MOST LIKELY true?

• The eastern portion of the country is home to major industrial centers.
• All of the major cities are close to the Russian capital.
• Most of Russia's population is concentrated in western cities.
• Russia's climate is influenced by the Pacific Ocean.

Which religion is most prominent across Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, and Tajikistan?

• Hinduism
• Buddhism
• Catholic Christianity
• Islam

From 2001 to 2009, the U.S. film industry has greatly increased distribution and profits in countries such as Russia, China, and Brazil. Which statement best explains this trend?

• American films are more popular abroad than in domestic markets.
• American studios adopt the techniques used to create foreign films.
• American culture in films has widespread appeal in many societies.
• American movie producers control the influence of films on culture.

-Small continent -Extensive railroad connections -Integrated highway systems The interrelationship of the factors above is most responsible for the-

• frequent wars between European nations.
• elimination of language differences across Europe.
• creation of military checkpoints throughout Europe.
• easy exchange of goods among European cities.

*Railroads *Highways *Airplanes These modes of transportation have affected where economic activities are conducted throughout the world by-

• requiring more population centers to develop near natural resources.
• enabling productive regions to be less dependent on long-distance trade.
• making access to water routes near settlements less necessary.
• encouraging private businesses to invest more in the development of public infrastructure.

Which statement best explains how Jerusalem is perceived throughout the world?

• Foreign students regard it an intellectual center for higher education.
• Several countries claim it as a colonial possession.
• Economists view it as an important center for international trade.
• The adherents of several major world religions regard it as a holy city.

The arrival of new immigrant groups creates a more diverse culture when -

• immigrants are pressured to assimilate quickly to their new community
• immigrants are forced to settle in areas populated by people from their homeland
• the traditions of local and immigrant populations combine to create new customs
• local governments pass laws enforcing immigration quotas

One argument in favor of using genetically modified crops is that doing so-

• protects biological diversity on cultivated land.
• reduces the use of pesticides on crops.
• allows for the cultivation of native food sources.
• guarantees high yields of cash crops.