9th Grade World Geography Unit 8 Assessment

Which statement about early African and Asian civilizations is correct?

• Societies developed primarily along river valleys.

• Men and women enjoyed equal rights and opportunities.

• Governments were secular and religion had little cultural influence.

• European technology was critical to the development of large cities.

Prior to the establishment of the Silk Road trading network, how did geography affect early China's development?

• The northwest region of the country served as its agricultural center due to its rich soil.

• Major river systems that ran throughout the country protected communities from invasion.

• Foreign trade was severely limited due to the lack of ports along the country's eastern coast.

• Vast deserts and mountain ranges in the western and southwestern regions of the country slowed the exchange of ideas.

Read the information about the Krakatoa volcanic eruption below. The largest recorded volcanic eruption ever occurred in 1883 on the island of Krakatoa in Indonesia. The explosive eruption was so powerful that it completely destroyed the island, and its effects were felt around the world. Which of the following least likely affected people living over a thousand miles from Krakatoa at the time?

• Fast-moving ash and lava flowing from the volcano

• Tsunamis generated by volcanic material entering the ocean

• Acid rain created by sulfur compounds ejecting into the atmosphere

• Clouds of ash from the volcano blocking out the sun for several days

How did urbanization affect the development of African, Asian, and Latin American nations in the twentieth century?

• by expanding the rights of minority groups

• by strengthening existing class structures

• by leading to a reduction in literacy

• by weakening traditional values

The arid conditions of the plains of the Central Steppe in Asia led the ancient Mongolians who lived there to develop –

• nomadic lifestyle

• trade-based empire

• friendly relations with China

• sedentary farming practices

In this excerpt, Ch'ien-lung expresses which of the following sentiments?

• Maintaining economic isolation is in the best interest of China.

• China could greatly benefit from expanding into a colonial power.

• China should seek to establish international alliances to ensure the safety of its people.

• Economic stability will only be achieved for China through the expansion of foreign trade.

An underwater earthquake occurs, resulting in the movement of the sea floor and the development of a tsunami. In this situation, which of the following is true?

• Coastal areas will suffer severe destruction.

• Deep-ocean sediment will be transported great distances.

• The earthquake's magnitude will determine the direction of the tsunami.

• The area surrounding the origin of the earthquake will be safe from harm.

What do Shanghai, Beijing, and other major metropolises of China have in common?

• Busy commercial districts and architecture that reflects both modern and traditional influences

• Significant levels of political involvement and an emphasis on freedom of expression

• Economies largely dependent upon agriculture and the tourism industry

• Emphasis on the conservation and preservation of natural resources

In what way did both Incan and Japanese farmers adapt to the geography of their particular countries?

• by building terraces into mountainsides for irrigation purposes

• by expanding their territory overseas through colonization

• by focusing on growing crops suitable to desert climates

• by building dikes to drain water from lakes and rivers

Read the statements below. - The Japanese rely on the oceans surrounding the nation for food. - The Chinese utilize terrace farming in many areas of the country. - Irrigation systems are widely used throughout India. Which of the following conclusions can be drawn based on these statements?

• Systems of irrigation are used by many civilizations to improve agricultural production.

• People adapt to meet the challenges of the geography of the areas in which they live.

• Many Asian nations suffer due to a lack of natural resources.

• Limited access to water has hindered Asian development