Cultural Geography and Place Names

What is the main focus of human geography?

• Studying the physical features of the Earth's surface.

• Understanding how people interact with and make sense of places.

• Memorizing the names of states and capitals.

• Analyzing the movement of tectonic plates.

What is a toponym?

• A type of map used by geographers.

• A physical feature of the Earth, like a mountain or river.

• A name given to a place.

• A tool used to measure soil composition.

Why is studying place names important in cultural geography?

• It helps us learn about different types of plants and animals.

• It shows how markers of our identity are visible across space.

• It helps predict future weather patterns.

• It determines the economic value of a location.

The naming of Mount McKinley (Denali) illustrates a shift in power from whom to whom?

• From explorers to local residents.

• From national governments to global organizations.

• From local residents to people with national and global power.

• From scientists to politicians.

What was the original name of Denali National Park when it was established in 1917?

• Alaska National Park

• Denali National Park

• Mt. McKinley National Park

• Yukon National Park

What do the names and landmarks given to places often reveal?

• The natural resources found there

• The power dynamics and cultural influence in the area

• The average temperature and climate

• The number of people living in the region

Which type of region is defined by how people think about or see a place, often united by language or cultural slang?

• Administrative region

• Perceptual region

• Formal region

• Functional region

Why is restoring the original names of places, especially for indigenous groups, considered important?

• To make maps easier to read

• To reflect the identity and cultural history of the people connected to the land

• To attract more tourists to the area

• To simplify administrative boundaries