What is a common misconception about geography?

Geography Concepts and Critical Thinking

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Geography, History, Social Studies
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6th - 7th Grade
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Patricia Brown
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
It is unrelated to human behavior.
It is solely about human interactions.
It focuses only on economic aspects.
It only involves physical features.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is NOT one of the five themes of geography?
Movement
Region
Place
Climate
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why is it important to classify areas into regions or places?
To simplify maps
To understand geographic interactions
To focus on physical geography only
To limit human movement
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
At what grade level do students begin to analyze the effects of geographic factors on societies?
Eighth grade
Seventh grade
Sixth grade
Fifth grade
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why was trench warfare used during World War I in France and Germany?
To avoid aerial attacks
To conserve ammunition
To increase mobility
To protect soldiers on flat plains
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What impact did the Panama Canal have on Central America?
It increased exposure and economic activity.
It reduced economic growth.
It led to a decline in manufacturing.
It decreased migration to the area.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does the Panama Canal affect the distribution of goods?
It only affects local trade.
It speeds up the delivery of perishable goods.
It has no impact on distribution.
It slows down the transportation of goods.
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