Unit 1 Vocabulary Application quiz

Which of the following is an example of a culture trait?

• The Rocky Mountains

• Eating with chopsticks

• The Pacific Ocean

• A limited government

If a group of people in a region all speak the same language and eat similar foods, what does this most likely represent?

• A cultural landscape

• A region

• An institution

• A place

Which of the following best describes a limited government?

• Leaders have all the power and do not follow laws.

• Citizens lead and leaders must follow the law.

• There are no rules for leaders.

• Only one person makes all decisions.

What is the main difference between a place and a location?

• A place is always a city, while a location is a country.

• A place has special features, while a location is just a point on Earth.

• A location is a type of government, while a place is a tradition.

• A place is a building, while a location is a road.

Which of the following would be considered part of the cultural landscape?

• The exact latitude and longitude of a city

• A mountain formed by natural forces

• A monument built by people

• The weather in a region

A country where leaders have unlimited power and do not have to follow any laws is an example of which type of government?

• Limited government

• Unlimited government

• Democratic government

• Regional government

Imagine a new group of people moves to a region and starts building houses in a style different from the local tradition. How might this change the cultural landscape of the region?

• The land will become a new country.

• The region's cultural landscape will show a mix of building styles.

• The weather will change.

• The government will become unlimited.

Suppose a country has a tradition where everyone celebrates a special holiday by wearing unique clothing and eating certain foods. How does this tradition help define the culture of that country?

• It shows the country's exact location.

• It is a culture trait that helps shape the way of life.

• It determines the government type.

• It changes the landforms.

A city is known for its art museums, music festivals, and unique foods. How do these features help make this city a "place" rather than just a "location"?

• They provide special features that make it different from other locations.

• They show the city is a region.

• They are examples of institutions.

• They are examples of unlimited government.

If a government changes from unlimited to limited, what is one likely effect on its citizens?

• Citizens will have less say in government decisions.

• Leaders will have to follow laws and citizens may have more rights.

• The country will become a region.

• The cultural landscape will not change.