Chapter 3 Human Geography

One major cause of population growth is a falling death rate.

• True

• False

In most countries, population is evenly distributed.

• False

• True

Cultural Blending is a positive effect of migration.

• True

• False

On any given day around the world, more deaths than births occur.

• True

• False

The United States has a dictatorship government.

• True

• False

Which of the following illustrates a push factor-something that drives people from an area?

• Cultural festivals
• Natural disasters
• War or conflict
• Job opportunities

Which of the following means to enter and live in a new country.

• immigrate
• refugee
• migrate
• emigrate

Which of the following statements describes a custom?

• A custom is a legal requirement enforced by the government.
• A custom is a traditional practice specific to a culture.
• A custom is a modern trend that changes frequently.
• A custom is a personal preference that varies from individual to individual.

Which of the following is an example of a nonrenewable resource?

• hydropower
• solar energy
• wind power
• fossil fuels

In which type of economy are based on people hunting, herding, and farming?

• Market economy
• Planned economy
• Industrial economy
• Traditional economy