Political Geography and State Functions

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An area ruled by an established government that has control over foreign and domestic affairs

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State

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Which of the following best explains the primary function of international political boundaries? Options: Boundaries define national identity and encourage a patriotism that make local cultures recognizable. Boundaries limit international trade and improve regional economies within the country. Boundaries promote international relations between neighboring states and encourage peace. Boundaries resolve disputes over water resources and determine which countries have the right to extract water.

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Boundaries limit international trade and improve regional economies within the country.

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Which of the following features is a common characteristic of unitary states? A primarily agricultural society, Dispersed power centers, Specific physical geographical features, A strong central capital

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A strong central capital

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The study of human political organizations of the earth at various geographic levels

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Political Geography

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Which of the following is not a characteristic of a state? Sovereignty, Permanent population, Defined borders, Culture

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Culture

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When a country seeks to acquire new territory

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Colonization

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The takeover of a country or territory by a stronger nation with the intent of dominating the political, economic, and social life of the people of that nation

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Imperialism

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What were the 3 reasons for colonization and imperialism? Options: Religion, conquest, trade; Faith, riches, fame; Glory, God, Gold; Dominance, wealth, power

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Glory, God, Gold

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Generally which of the following entities does NOT have political control over its people? State, Country, City, Library

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Library

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The connection of people, their culture, and economic systems to the land

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Territoriality