WG SOL Key Terms

Christianity

• The religion based on the life and teachings of Jesus Christ.

• A belief system centered around the teachings of Buddha.

• A monotheistic religion that worships Allah as the only God.

• A philosophical system that emphasizes reason and ethics.

Typhoons

• Powerful tropical storms occurring in the Western Pacific Ocean.

• Mild weather patterns in the Atlantic Ocean.

• Heavy rainfall events in the Mediterranean region.

• Cold fronts that occur in the Arctic regions.

Climatic characteristics

• Factors such as temperature, precipitation, and seasons (hot/cold, wet/dry).

• The average weather conditions over a long period of time.

• The study of atmospheric phenomena and their effects on the environment.

• The measurement of humidity and its impact on climate.

Desert

• A wetland area with abundant rainfall and lush vegetation.

• A dry, barren area of land with little rainfall and sparse vegetation.

• A mountainous region with heavy snowfall and rich wildlife.

• A coastal area with high humidity and frequent storms.

Primary economic activity

• Work that deals directly with resources, such as fishing, farming, and mining.

• Work that involves the manufacturing of goods.

• Work that focuses on providing services to consumers.

• Work that deals with the distribution of products.

Buddhism

• A religion and philosophy founded by Siddhartha Gautama (the Buddha), focused on ending suffering through ethical living and meditation.

• A monotheistic religion that believes in one God and follows the teachings of Jesus Christ.

• An ancient philosophy that emphasizes the importance of nature and harmony with the universe.

• A spiritual practice that involves rituals and worship of multiple deities.

Climate change

• Long-term changes in temperature, precipitation, wind patterns, and other aspects of the Earth's climate, often influenced by human activity.

• A sudden increase in temperature due to volcanic eruptions.

• A temporary change in weather patterns caused by natural events.

• The consistent weather conditions in a specific area over a short period.

Region

• An area of Earth's surface that shares unifying physical or cultural characteristics.

• A specific location defined by geographical coordinates.

• A type of climate characterized by high temperatures and humidity.

• A political boundary that separates different countries.

Quaternary economic activity

• Industries focused on the extraction of raw materials, such as mining and agriculture.

• Industries focused on the collection, processing, and manipulation of information and capital, such as finance and insurance.

• Industries that provide services to consumers, such as retail and hospitality.

• Industries involved in the manufacturing of goods, such as factories and production lines.

Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

• Computer systems that capture, store, analyze, and display data related to positions on Earth’s surface.

• Software used for creating and editing digital maps.

• A type of database specifically for storing geographical data.

• A system for tracking weather patterns and forecasts.