Exploring Geography: Concepts and Skills

What is the term for the study of Earth's physical features and the processes that shape them?

• Meteorology

• Physical Geography

• Oceanography

• Climatology

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Which of the following is an example of a human geography concept?

• Plate tectonics

• River erosion

• Urbanization

• Volcanic activity

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Explain how Geographic Information Systems (GIS) can be used to analyze urban growth patterns. Provide an example to support your explanation.

• GIS can be used to map the spread of diseases in urban areas.

• GIS can be used to analyze satellite images to track changes in land use over time.

• GIS can be used to predict weather patterns in urban areas.

• GIS can be used to measure the depth of oceans.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

Which of the following best describes the concept of "cultural landscape" in human geography?

• The natural features of a region

• The physical terrain of a region

• The visible imprint of human activity on the landscape

• The climate patterns of a region

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Identify the primary layers of the Earth from the surface to the center.

• Crust, Mantle, Outer Core, Inner Core

• Mantle, Crust, Outer Core, Inner Core

• Crust, Outer Core, Mantle, Inner Core

• Inner Core, Outer Core, Mantle, Crust

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Describe the process of plate tectonics and how it contributes to the formation of mountains.

• Plate tectonics involves the movement of ocean currents that shape the Earth's surface.

• Plate tectonics involves the movement of the Earth's lithospheric plates, which can collide and cause the Earth's crust to fold and form mountains.

• Plate tectonics involves the erosion of mountains by wind and water.

• Plate tectonics involves the deposition of sediments that build up to form mountains.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

What is the primary purpose of using remote sensing in geography?

• To measure the depth of the ocean

• To collect data about the Earth's surface from a distance

• To study the behavior of animals

• To predict volcanic eruptions

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Analyze the impact of deforestation on the local climate and biodiversity. Provide evidence to support your analysis.

• Deforestation has no significant impact on local climate and biodiversity.

• Deforestation can lead to increased temperatures and loss of species due to habitat destruction.

• Deforestation can lead to cooler temperatures and an increase in biodiversity.

• Deforestation only affects the soil quality and has no impact on climate.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

Which of the following is a key component of a Geographic Information System (GIS)?

• A thermometer

• A database to store spatial data

• A barometer

• A seismograph

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Explain how human activities can influence the hydrological cycle. Provide specific examples.

• Human activities have no impact on the hydrological cycle.

• Human activities such as deforestation and urbanization can alter the natural flow of water, leading to changes in the hydrological cycle.

• Human activities can only affect the hydrological cycle through the use of dams.

• Human activities can only affect the hydrological cycle through agricultural practices.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking