Exploring the 5 Themes of Geography: Regions

What defines a region in geography?

• A place with a single characteristic

• A group of places with different characteristics

• A group of places with at least one common characteristic

• A place with no common characteristics

Which of the following is NOT a common characteristic of a region?

• Mountain ranges

• Deserts

• Climate

• Population size

What is a physical region?

• An area defined by its political boundaries

• An area defined by its physical features

• An area defined by its cultural features

• An area defined by its economic activities

Which states are part of the Pacific Coast region?

• Nevada, Utah, and Arizona

• Texas, Louisiana, and Mississippi

• New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania

• California, Oregon, and Washington

What is a climate region?

• An area with similar economic activities

• An area with similar climate

• An area with similar political systems

• An area with similar cultural practices

Which of the following countries does NOT have a Mediterranean climate?

• Italy

• Germany

• France

• Spain

Which region is California located in?

• Midwest

• South

• West

• Northeast

What characterizes cultural regions?

• Climate and weather

• Economic activities

• Language and religion

• Political boundaries

Which religion is dominant in North America?

• Hinduism

• Buddhism

• Christianity

• Islam

What defines political regions?

• Language and religion

• Climate and weather

• Economic activities

• Set boundaries and a common system of government