9/3 - Human Impact and Natural Processes on Landforms

Which of the following is an example of a transportation innovation built by humans?

• Rivers

• Canals

• Mountains

• Forests

How do transportation innovations like railroads and highways impact human society? (DoK Level 2)

• They only increase pollution.

• They help connect, trade, and move people and goods.

• They prevent erosion.

• They stop tectonic activity.

Which of the following is an example of environmental modification for global trade?

• Building the Panama Canal

• Planting trees in a park

• Constructing a local playground

• Painting a mural on a wall

What was one major requirement for building highways?

• Flattening land, building bridges, and tunnels.

• Planting trees and gardens.

• Constructing only underground roads.

• Building only in rural areas.

What is one main advantage of wind and solar energy compared to fossil fuels?

• They are renewable alternatives

• They produce more carbon emissions

• They require less land area

• They are cheaper to build

What do transportation and energy have in common regarding their effects?

• Both have only positive effects.

• Both have benefits and costs.

• Both are free of any impact.

• Both are only used for entertainment.