Social Studies Worksheet: Australia and South America

Which geographic factors most influence where agricultural activities occur in a region? (Select TWO)

• Access to fresh water
• Presence of mountains
• Availability of fertile soil
• Distance from urban centers
• Access to technology

Cultural regions are mainly defined by —

• shared cultural characteristics
• political boundaries
• geographic features
• economic activities

Which geographic factor most directly supports oil production in Venezuela?

• Dense rainforests
• Rich petroleum reserves
• Coastal plains
• Grasslands

Which example best shows the spread of cultural traits in South America?

• Indigenous traditions are only practiced locally
• One language is used across the continent
• Music styles like samba and tango became popular in different regions
• Cultural diversity decreased across South America

Why is Australia often called the Land Down Under?

• It is located in the Northern Hemisphere
• It is south of the equator
• It has many deserts
• It is surrounded by the Pacific Ocean

Which situation best illustrates cultural diffusion in South America?

• Indigenous traditions disappear completely
• Music styles from different areas spread and become popular
• Only one culture is practiced everywhere
• Languages stop being used

Why do indigenous cultural traits still exist in modern South America?

• Indigenous groups remained completely isolated
• Indigenous, African, and European traditions blended together
• European culture replaced all traditions
• Cultural exchange did not occur

What is a major current impact of deforestation in the Amazon rainforest?

• Increased biodiversity
• Loss of habitats for indigenous groups and wildlife
• Stabilized ecosystems
• Decreased carbon emissions

Which statement best describes Polynesia?

• It covers the most land in Oceania
• It forms a triangle across the Pacific Ocean
• It is made entirely of volcanic islands
• It is only in the Northern Hemisphere

Which factor helped Aboriginal groups develop many different languages?

• Australia’s geographic isolation
• Influence from European settlers
• Migration from Asia
• Trade with Pacific Islanders