Political Geography Quiz (Honors geography terms)

Which of the following is NOT a requirement for a state?

• Permanent population

• Recognition by other states

• Natural resources

• Defined territory

What does political geography primarily focus on?

• Climate patterns

• Political organization

• Economic systems

• Cultural traditions

Which of the following is a characteristic of a state?

• Temporary population

• Undefined borders

• Politically organized territory

• Lack of government

What must a state be recognized by to be considered a state?

• Its citizens

• Other states

• International organizations

• Historical records

Which term describes the study of how the world is politically organized?

• Political Science

• Political Geography

• Political Sociology

• Political History

What is the primary focus of political geography?

• Economic development

• Political organization

• Cultural diversity

• Environmental changes

What role does the 'Semi-periphery' play in the Core-Periphery Model?

• Generates more wealth in the world economy

• Serves as a buffer between core and periphery

• Incorporates higher levels of education

• None of the above

What are geometric boundaries based on?

• Grid systems

• Natural features

• Cultural landmarks

• Historical events

Which boundary is an example of a physical-political boundary?

• Boundary between the US and Mexico

• Boundary between the US and Canada

• Boundary between Russia and China

• Boundary between Brazil and Argentina

Which of the following is a shape of a state?

• Compact

• Circular

• Triangular

• Rectangular