6th Grade Geo. Semester Test

What do Geographical Information Systems (GIS) do?

• Create weather forecasts

• Create maps and analyze patterns

• Predict earthquakes

• Measure distances

What does "categorize" mean?

• Mix information

• Group information

• Delete information

• Ignore information

What defines a "region"?

• A single city

• A group of places with common traits

• A random collection of places

• A historical site

What is the "equator"?

• The center line of longitude

• The center line of latitude

• A mountain range

• A river

What is a solstice associated with?

• Spring & autumn

• Summer & winter

• Rain & snow

• Day & night

What does an equinox signify?

• Summer & winter

• Spring & autumn

• Rain & snow

• Day & night

What is a plain?

• Mountainous area

• Level area of land

• Deep valley

• Coastal region

What is a plateau?

• Low-lying area

• Plain that sits high above sea level

• Deep valley

• Coastal region

What is a volcano?

• Mountain that erupts in an explosion of molten rocks

• Deep valley with a river

• High plateau with cliffs

• Flat plain with grass

What is vegetation?

• Animal life

• Plant life

• Marine life

• Insect life