Geography Concepts and Terminology

Label the continent of North America

What is the meaning of the term 'Region' in geography?

• A part of Earth's surface that shares common features,

• A type of weather pattern that occurs only in tropical areas.

• A measurement of the distance between two cities.

• A method used to calculate population density in urban areas.

Which of the following is defined by clear borders or common characteristics?

• Formal region

• Functional region

• Perceptual region

Which type of region is linked by systems or functions?

• Formal region

• Functional region

• Perceptual region

Which type of region is based on people's feelings or beliefs?

• Formal region

• Functional region

• Perceptual region

Define the term 'Climate' as used in geography.

• Climate refers to the long-term patterns of temperature, humidity, wind, etc., in an area.

• Climate is the daily change in weather conditions in a specific place.

• Climate refers to the study of rocks and minerals in an area.

• Climate is the process of water turning into vapor due to heat.

What does 'Vegetation' refer to in geography?

• Vegetation refers to the plant life or total plant cover in an area.

• Vegetation refers to the types of rocks found in an area.

• Vegetation refers to the water bodies present in an area.

• Vegetation refers to the climate conditions of an area.

What is a 'Natural border'?

• A natural border is a boundary created by physical features such as rivers, mountains, or oceans.

• A natural border is a boundary created by political agreements between countries.

• A natural border is a boundary marked by man-made walls or fences.

• A natural border is a boundary defined by latitude and longitude lines.

What is a 'Man-made border'?

• A man-made border is a boundary created by humans, such as walls or lines drawn on maps.

• A man-made border is a natural division like a river or mountain range.

• A man-made border is a type of weather phenomenon.

• A man-made border is a type of plant found near rivers.

What does 'GPS' stand for?

• Global Positioning System

• General Positioning Service

• Geographic Placement System

• Global Placement Service