Final Exam Prep # 1

What is the definition of geography?

• The study of past events and their impact on the present

• The study of the Earth's physical features and the human activity that affects and is affected by these features

• The study of cultural artifacts and their historical significance

• The study of economic systems and their development over time

How does geography affect culture?

• By determining the language spoken in a region

• By influencing the types of food available and the lifestyle of the people

• By dictating the political systems in place

• By controlling the technological advancements of a society

What was the land bridge that early people crossed?

• A bridge made of stone connecting Europe and Asia

• A natural land connection between Asia and North America

• A man-made structure used for trade routes

• A mythical passage mentioned in ancient texts

Why did early people cross the land bridge?

• To escape from natural disasters

• To find new hunting grounds, follow food and resources

• To establish trade routes with other continents

• To spread their religious beliefs

What were the major causes of the Age of Exploration?

• The search for new trade routes, the spread of religion, and the desire for wealth

• The need for new agricultural lands, the spread of democracy, and the search for new allies

• The decline of ancient civilizations, the rise of new empires, and the spread of disease

• The invention of the printing press, the discovery of electricity, and the development of new languages

Explain how the geography of a region can influence its economic activities.

• Geography determines the political structure of a region, which in turn affects its economy.

• The physical features of a region, such as mountains and rivers, can limit or enhance trade and agriculture.

• Geography has no impact on economic activities; it is solely determined by cultural factors.

• Economic activities are influenced only by technological advancements, not geography.

Describe the strategic importance of the land bridge during early human migration.

• It provided a direct route for trade between Europe and Asia.

• It allowed early humans to migrate to new continents in search of resources and better living conditions.

• It served as a barrier that prevented the spread of diseases.

• It was a religious pilgrimage route for ancient civilizations.

How did the search for the Northwest Passage influence the Age of Exploration?

• It led to the discovery of new continents and the establishment of new trade routes.

• It resulted in the colonization of Africa and the spread of European culture.

• It caused the decline of ancient civilizations in the Americas.

• It had no significant impact on the Age of Exploration.

What role did geography play in the cultural development of early civilizations?

• Geography had no impact on cultural development; it was solely influenced by religion.

• The availability of natural resources and the climate influenced the lifestyle and traditions of early civilizations.

• Geography dictated the political systems and laws of early civilizations.

• Cultural development was only influenced by technological advancements, not geography.

Identify the primary reason for early human migration across the land bridge.

• To escape from predators

• To find new sources of food and resources

• To establish new trade routes

• To spread their cultural beliefs