World Geography - Fall 2023 Final Exam

What is the BEST definition of geography?

• Study of the Earth, moon, and solar system

• Study of past events

• Study of past events, people, and places

• Study of the distribution and interaction of physical and human features on Earth

What is one way humans adapt to their environment?

• Use fertile soil for farming

• Buy climate appropriate clothing

• Use rivers for transportation

• Build roads

What causes the seasons?

• The tilt of the earth

• The earth's revolution around the sun

• Both are correct

• None of the above are correct

The equator divides the globe into:

• Hemispheres

• Regions

• Reliefs

• Temperate zones

What are the imaginary lines called that circle the Earth parallel to the equator?

• Lines of longitude

• Lines of latitude

• Nazca lines

• Meridians

What are the imaginary lines called that extend from pole to pole?

• Lines of longitude

• Lines of latitude

• Parallels

• Nazca lines

The climate of a region is a result of its:

• Elevation

• Wind and ocean currents

• Latitude

• All of the above

What type of map shows the boundaries between countries, states, and cities?

• Physical Map

• Political Map

• Contour Map

• Thematic Map

What feature might appear on a map showing cultural differences?

• Religious groups

• Climate zones

• Major river systems

• Mountain ranges

Which characteristic is typical of a less developed country?

• Entrepreneurs play a key role in the nation's economy

• There is a high infant mortality rate and short life expectancy

• Government does not interfere in the economy.

• There is a high literacy rate and a long life expectancy.