Understanding the World Through Geography: The Five Themes

What are the five fundamental themes of geography?

• Location, Place, Human-Environment Interaction, Movement, Region

• Latitude, Longitude, Climate, Culture, Economy

• History, Politics, Economics, Sociology, Anthropology

• Mountains, Rivers, Deserts, Forests, Oceans

What does the theme of 'Location' help us understand?

• The exact or relative position of a place

• The interaction between humans and the environment

• The unique characteristics of a place

• The movement of people and goods

Which of the following is an example of absolute location?

• East of Washington D.C.

• 30 miles southeast of Baltimore

• On the western shore of the Chesapeake Bay

• 38.9784°N latitude and 76.4951°W longitude

What physical characteristic is part of Maryland's geography?

• The Chesapeake Bay

• The Rocky Mountains

• The Great Lakes

• The Sahara Desert

Which human characteristic is associated with Maryland?

• The crabbing industry

• The Great Wall of China

• The Eiffel Tower

• The Sydney Opera House

How do Marylanders adapt to coastal living?

• By constructing igloos

• By planting desert vegetation

• By purchasing flood insurance

• By building skyscrapers

What is an example of how Marylanders modify their environment?

• Building the Chesapeake Bay Bridge

• Constructing the Panama Canal

• Mining for diamonds

• Growing rice in paddies

Why is the Chesapeake Bay important to Maryland's economy?

• It is a major source of diamonds

• It supports the fishing industry, tourism, and transportation

• It is the location of the state capital

• It is a desert region

What is a major transportation network in Maryland?

• Interstate 95

• The Silk Road

• The Trans-Siberian Railway

• The Amazon River

What role does the Port of Baltimore play in Maryland?

• It is a historical monument

• It is a national park

• It is a famous tourist attraction

• It is a major entry point for imported goods