EC: SCAPE

Which of the following is NOT one of the seven continents?

• Asia

• Europe

• Greenland

• Africa

How many major oceans are there in the world?

• 3

• 4

• 5

• 7

Why do people often settle near water and fertile land?

• For better sports and entertainment

• For resources and good climate

• To avoid natural disasters

• Because there are no taxes

What natural disaster can cause tsunamis?

• Tornado

• Earthquake

• Blizzard

• Drought

Which of the following is an example of modifying the environment?

• Wearing a coat in winter

• Using air conditioning

• Building irrigation systems

• Eating new foods

What natural feature can serve as a country’s boundary and offer protection from invasions?

• Plains

• Mountains

• Deserts

• Islands

Which of the following is a cultural trait?

• Oceans

• Climate

• Language

• Earthquakes

What is cultural diffusion?

• The growth of mountains

• The spread of ideas and activities

• The study of history

• The making of new laws

What does literacy rate measure?

• The number of schools in a country

• The percentage of people who can read and write

• The average number of years in school

• The number of books published yearly

What does GDP per capita represent?

• Average age of people

• Average income per person

• Percentage of children in school

• Life expectancy