How Geography Affects Communities Quiz

What is the largest ocean on Earth?

• Pacific Ocean

• Arctic Ocean

• Indian Ocean

• Atlantic Ocean

What is a body of water surrounded on all sides by land?

• Island

• Lake

• River

• Ocean

What is a small area within a desert with a good water source and many green plants called?

• Steppe

• Oasis

• Tundra

• Savanna

Which continent is a cold desert?

• Africa

• Asia

• Antarctica

• Europe

What is the main resource provided by mountains to people?

• Electricity

• Fuel

• Food

• Water

What is the main mode of transportation in desert areas?

• Boats

• Camels

• Bicycles

• Cars

What is the main industry that provides jobs for people in coastal cities?

• Farming

• Mining

• Fishing

• Manufacturing

What is the main threat to Earth's fresh water supply?

• Air pollution

• Soil erosion

• Deforestation

• Water pollution

What is the main natural disaster that can affect coastal communities?

• Floods

• Wildfires

• Tornadoes

• Earthquakes

What is the main activity that people enjoy in lake communities?

• Hiking

• Fishing

• Skiing

• Sledding