Introduction to Political Geography

What is the primary focus of political geography?

• Physical landscapes

• Political boundaries and territories

• Weather patterns

• Animal habitats.

Which of the following is a key concept in human geography? A) Plate tectonics B) Cultural landscapes C) Photosynthesis D) Quantum physics.

• Plate tectonics

• Cultural landscapes

• Photosynthesis

• Quantum physics

Which system is characterized by a separation of church and state?

• Theocracy

• Republic

• Monarchy

• Totalitarian

Which of the following is considered a global political unit?

• School districts

• Provinces

• Countries

• Cities

Local, national, and regional/state governments control aspects of life within: A) Oceans B) Boundaries C) Deserts D) Mountains.

• Oceans

• Boundaries

• Deserts

• Mountains

What advantage might a larger nation have?

• More resources and population

• Better climate

• More languages

• More cultural diversity

How does the shape of a country influence it?

• It affects the climate

• It influences governance and transportation

• It determines the language spoken

• It affects cultural diversity.

Which characteristic is important for a country's governance?

• Size

• Shape

• Climate

• Language

What is one reason a coastal country might want to form an alliance with a landlocked country?

• To gain access to inland resources

• To increase its coastline

• To become landlocked

• To reduce its trade routes

Which of the following is NOT a natural boundary?

• Highway

• River

• Lake

• Mountain