AP Human Geography Quiz

What is the primary characteristic that defines a state in the context of AP Human Geography?

• It is part of the United States.

• It has a permanent population, defined borders, and a sovereign government.

• It is recognized only by its own government.

• It has no sovereign authority.

According to the text, what does sovereignty in a state imply?

• The state has no influence over international affairs.

• The state cannot maintain its own military.

• The state has ultimate authority over its domestic and international affairs.

• The state is recognized by other states as part of a larger nation.

What distinguishes a nation from a state?

• A nation has defined borders and a government.

• A nation is a group of people with a shared culture and history.

• A nation cannot self-govern.

• A nation is always recognized by other states.

What is an example of a nation-state as mentioned in the text?

• The United States of America

• The Soviet Union

• Iceland

• The European Union

Which of the following is an example of a multinational state?

• North Korea

• Japan

• The United States of America

• South Korea

What is a multi-state nation, as described in the text?

• A nation that exists within the boundaries of a single state.

• A nation that is recognized by all other nations.

• A nation that spans across different state borders.

• A nation that has no defined territory.

Which group is cited as an example of a multi-state nation?

• The Russians

• The Americans

• The Kurds

• The Japanese

What is a common characteristic of stateless nations?

• They have a centralized government recognized internationally.

• They lack control over their political boundaries and lack sovereign rule.

• They are recognized by all other states.

• They have a high level of political and economic integration.

Which of the following is NOT an example of a stateless nation?

• Basque

• Flemish

• Catalonians

• Venetians

What distinguishes autonomous regions from semi-autonomous regions?