EXAMEN 3T R- BGU SOCIALES

What is the name for the sudden shaking of the Earth's surface caused by the movement of tectonic plates beneath the Earth's crust?

• hurricane
• earthquake
• volcano eruption
• tornado

What term is used to describe a prolonged period of abnormally low precipitation leading to water shortages in a particular region?

• drought
• hurricane
• flood
• blizzard

What is the name for the process by which water in liquid form changes into water vapor, releasing heat into the atmosphere?

• Evaporation
• Sublimation
• Freezing
• Condensation

What is the term for the average weather pattern in a region over a long period of time?

• temperature
• humidity
• precipitation
• climate

What instrument is commonly used to measure atmospheric pressure?

• thermometer
• barometer
• anemometer
• altimeter

What is the primary purpose of a legend on a map?

• To provide historical background of the area
• To list the names of the people who created the map
• To give directions for navigating the map
• To explain the symbols and colors used on the map

What is the term for a map that shows the natural features of the Earth's surface, such as mountains, rivers, and forests?

• Political map

• Topographic map
• Climate map
• d) Thematic map

What is the approximate population of Asia, the most populous continent in the world?

• 6 billion

• 2 billion

• 500 million

• 4.5 billion

Which is the highest mountain in Asia and the world, located in the Himalayan range?

• K2

• Annapurna

• Mount Everest

• Makalu

Which mountain range separates Asia from the Indian subcontinent?

• Ural Mountains

• Andes Mountains

• Caucasus Mountains

• Himalayas