Chapter 1

Which of the following best defines Geography?

• The study of living organism

• The study of Earth’s physical features and human activities

• The study of stars and planets only

• The study of historical events

Which is NOT a branch of Geography?

• Physical Geography

• Human Geography

• Regional Geography

• Political Science

What does Physical Geography mainly study?

• Social relationships

• Climate, landforms, water bodies, and soils

• Government systems

• Economic theorie

The relationship between humans and their environment is mainly studied in:

• Physical Geography

• Human Geography

• Social Science

• Cartography

Which of the following is an example of Regional Geography?

• Study of the Himalayan mountains

• Study of climate change patterns worldwide

• Study of ocean currents in the Pacific Ocean

• Study of the composition of the Earth’s core

Cartography is a branch of geography that deals with:

• Drawing and studying maps

• Population statistics

• Distribution of plants and animals

• Weather forecasting

Which branch of geography studies population, settlements, and economic activities?

• Physical Geography

• Human Geography

• Regional Geography

• Cartography

What is the capital city of Saudi Arabia?

• Riyadh
• Dammam
• Mecca
• Jeddah

What is the capital city of Sri Lanka?

• Galle
• Kandy
• Colombo
• Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte

Which of the following cities in Saudi Arabia is the holiest city in Islam?

• Mecca
• Riyadh
• Jeddah
• Dammam