WorksheetsGEO Fall Final Review
Total questions: 65
Worksheet time: 2hrs 10mins
Which of the following played the most significant role in the population trend illustrated in the graph?
Tribal warfare decimated indigenous populations
Europeans brought infectious diseases to Latin America
The practice of human sacrifice was central to many indigenous religions
A reemphasis on traditional practices such as polygamy led to lower birth rates
This picture illustrates which of the following phenomena?
Wildfire aftermath
Extreme drought
The effects of El Niño
The impact of an earthquake
Which of the following is the best title for this outline?
Cultural Causes of Human Migration
Factors Limiting Global Human Migration
Environmental Causes of Human Migration
Trends Caused by Global Human Migration
Which of the following accurately describes a contribution of Christopher Columbus to history?
His voyages prompted a large-scale global diffusion of plants, animals, and culture
His interactions with Kublai Khan were the foundation for European trade with China
His journeys proved that there was a northern sea route connecting the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans
His aggressive tactics forced the Japanese to acquiesce and allow Western powers to trade in Japan
Which of the following processes is usually responsible for the creation of soil from solid rock?
Seepage
Weathering
Volcanism
Fossilization
The Ring of Fire in the Pacific Ocean closely follows the boundary of —
the Pacific Plate
a large impact crater
the Pacific Proving Grounds
the United States' territorial claims
Planetary winds that blow north to south are deflected toward the west in the Northern Hemisphere due to —
recurring low-pressure weather systems
the orbit of the Earth around the sun
the spinning of Earth on its axis
uneven surface heating
The map below shows the location of four cities, A, B, C, and D, in the western United States, where prevailing winds are from the southwest.
Of the cities on the map, which most likely receives the least amount of annual precipitation on average?
A
B
C
D
The factors in this list most influence —
• Elevation above sea level
• Distance from the equator
• Rainfall levels
• Average daily temperature
topography
natural boundaries
climate
natural resources
The photograph below shows an arch of rock located in the western United States. How did the arch most likely form?
An earthquake forced bedrock upward into the shape of an arch
Sand and gravel were deposited and compacted by wind and water to form new rock in the shape of an arch
An underground glacier tunneled through the bedrock
The bedrock in the arch was more resistant to weathering and erosion than the surrounding bedrock that was removed
Based on the information presented in this graph, which of the following conclusions can be drawn about world population growth between 1850 and 2000?
The world's population increased by approximately 2 billion
The world's population increased by approximately 4 billion
The world's population increased by approximately 5 billion
The world's population increased by approximately 7 billion
The double line graph below shows the change in population of two major metropolitan areas from 2000 to 2009. Which of the following is reflected by the data in this graph?
Population change is a steady, gradual process
Natural disasters can displace thousands of people
Population growth is limited by infrastructure growth
The oil industry is growing faster in Texas than in Louisiana
Look at the image. Safety inspectors have some concerns about the potential effects of a natural disaster on the power plant. Based on what you know about the plans, which kind of natural disaster do the planners most need to consider?
Wildfires
Hurricanes
Volcanoes
Earthquakes
In what way has geography affected the development of Southeast Asia?
Monsoons have historically determined the types of agricultural products grown in the region
The region's extensive supply of natural resources allowed for rapid early industrialization
Climatic conditions in the region have led to drought and widespread famine
Geography has created a sense of unity among all the region's peoples
Which of the following aspects of Texas culture resulted from the mixture of Spanish, Mexican, and American cultures?
The popularity of high school football
The widespread practice of Protestantism
Tex-Mex cuisine, such as chili con carne and fajitas
Western music, such as "Deep in the Heart of Texas"
Which of the following is not evidence of the diffusion of Texan culture?
A sold-out rodeo in North Carolina
People in Ohio eating chili on a cold night
Hollywood actors wearing large, ornamental belt buckles
People from New Orleans moving to Houston after Hurricane Katrina
The photograph shows a wave rock. This wave rock was most likely formed as a result of —
glacial erosion
movement of tectonic plates
weathering and erosion
frequent small earthquakes
The photograph below shows a fjord in Alaska. The landscape occurred as a result of —
glacial erosion
crustal uplift
ice melt
orogeny
"Every season, each of the 10 teams in the Korean Basketball League is allowed to recruit two foreign players. These players [are] usually Americans, [and . . . technical] terms such as ‘shoot’ and ‘defense’ are in English."
This excerpt demonstrates the sport of basketball has MOST likely been spread through ...
assimilation
urbanization
diffusion
immigration
What is the BEST title for Group B in the table?
Foods known in Asia
Foods known in the Americas
Foods known in the Pacific Islands
Foods known in Africa
Which of these South American countries would MOST likely contain a tropical rain forest?
Chile
Uruguay
Brazil
Argentina
Which environmental concern would BEST explain the findings of this study?
global warming
desertification
deforestation
strip mining
Based on this map, which biome would feature arid landscapes, little annual rainfall, and scarce wildlife?
Biome 1
Biome 2
Biome 3
Biome 4
Based on this map, which biome is located mostly along the equator?
Humid tropical
Desert
Tropical savanna
Highland
Which geographic feature was formed as a result of the tectonic plate movement illustrated in this map?
Victoria Falls
Himalayan Mountains
Black Sea
Gobi Desert
Environmentalists objected to the construction of China’s Three Gorges Dam because the ---
hydroelectric generators would pollute the air in Shanghai
dam would increase Chongqing’s use of coal-powered electricity
dam would prevent the transportation of goods between to Shanghai
reservoir would destroy natural habitats on the Yangzi River
Which of these BEST completes the title below:
Effects of _________ in Central Africa
• Rising demand for food, water, and sanitation
• Urban expansion into fragile ecosystems
• Violent clashes over land
Crop Irrigation Systems
Literacy Initiatives
Rapid Population Growth
Technological Assistance
"In a report issued by the European Satellite Agency in September [2005], Beijing and its environs [surrounding area] in northeast China were named as having the world’s highest levels of nitrogen dioxide—a key smog gas originating from power plants, heavy industry and vehicle emissions. "
The excerpt supports the conclusion that increased industrialization in China has----
damaged regional air quality
improved national health care
reduced military readiness
increased democratic reform
Which conclusion is BEST supported by these maps?
Players were drafted from major universities
Locations of professional sports were determined by law
Professional sports diffused from the East coast to the West coast
Teams in the South were desegregated as a result of Reconstruction
"Mexican Americans of South Texas are a unique blend of Mexico and the United States that have evolved to create a dynamic culture known for its variety of music, highlighted by the more popular Tejano, and culinary specialties such as fajitas, flour tortillas and frijoles a la charra. The South Texas area is rich in traditions and folklore that offer insight into the values and ideology of the people."
Based on this excerpt, cultural diffusion is BEST explained as the ---
spreading of ideas from one culture to another
shared commitment to the same cultural values
reduction of access to one cultural group
incorporation of ideas into a culture
Which is MOST important in the formation of canyons?
weathering and erosion
increasing deposition of sand
earthquakes and floods
drainage from precipitation
The processes in the list describe interactions between which two components of the earth?
• Release of carbon dioxide leads to the absorption of oxygen.
• Absorption of moisture leads to evapotranspiration.
hydrosphere and lithosphere
atmosphere and lithosphere
hydrosphere and biosphere
atmosphere and biosphere
Which conclusion is supported by the information in this table?
Geographic factors determine the recycling programs used by a people
Rapid industrialization has increased the focus on preserving the environment
Human modification of the environment differs based on location
Geographic factors determine the types of conservation efforts used in a region
Since 1970, the transition from China’s strictly communist economy to a mixed economy has created new entrepreneurial and financial opportunities. However, a limited number of employment opportunities and low wages have led to millions of Chinese people emigrating to other countries.
Which factor has contributed the MOST to this shift in population?
the push factor of food shortages
the pull factor of family and friends
the push factor of competition for jobs
the pull factor of better health care
Why is weather warmest in the summer?
the distance of Earth from the Sun
the shape of Earth’s orbit around the Sun
the tilt of Earth’s axis in relation to the Sun
the length of Earth’s rotation in relation to the Sun
A major fast-food chain from the United States has become the most popular fast-food restaurant in China.
Which factors have MOST influenced this success?
the combination of trade and cultural diffusion
the combination of migration and adaptation
the combination of technology and innovation
the combination of socialism and central planning
Which statement describes conditions in the Northern Hemisphere when the Earth’s axis is tilted toward the Sun?
The weather is warmer
The nights are longer
The ocean currents flow away from the equator
The number of tide cycles per day increases
What causes weather conditions to change throughout the year?
the revolution of the Earth around the Sun
the gravitational pull of the Moon
the rotation of the Earth on its axis
the shift in the direction of trade winds
Which process is MOST responsible for the changes shown on these maps?
melting of glaciers
weathering of landmasses
shift of climate zones
movement of tectonic plates
Which BEST explains the change in population in Stage 2 of the model?
Birth rates are increasing
Birth rates are decreasing
Death rates are increasing
Death rates are decreasing
Which of these BEST describes the strategies in the list?
Recent Strategies Used to Improve Agriculture in Western India:
• digging deeper wells
• planting crops that use less water
• traveling to distant areas to gather plants to feed animals
conversions to modern technology
adjustments to government regulations
adaptations to environmental conditions
responses to global economic competition
Based on this information in this graph, one can conclude that the world's population —
grew slowly until around 1700 AD and then increased rapidly
fell slowly until around 1800 AD and then decreased rapidly
fell sharply between 400 and 200 BC
increased steadily since 200 BC
During which three-month period is there a 50% chance that the temperature will be above 35°F and a 50 percent chance it will be below 35°F?
September-October-November 2015
October-November-December 2015
November-December-January 2015–2016
February-March-April 2016
How did the Columbian Exchange affect Europe?
Economic and population growth in Europe both increased
Economic and population growth in Europe both decreased
The European economies grew and the population of Europe decreased
The population of Europe increased and the European economies stagnated
The Columbian Exchange led directly to —
the spread of Christianity in Europe
a sharp decrease in the population of Europe
the spread of new foods and luxury goods in Europe
a large increase in communicable diseases in Europe
Which of the following is an example of cultural diffusion?
The purchase of the Louisiana Territory by the United States
The annexation of the Republic of Texas by the United States
The popularity of British music in the United States in the 1960s
The invasion of the United States by Great Britain in the War of 1812
Which of the following processes is illustrated by the creation of surface ocean currents due to the prevailing winds over the oceans?
A transfer of energy from the stratosphere to the troposphere
A transfer of energy from the atmosphere to the hydrosphere
A transfer of energy from the hydrosphere to the lithosphere
A transfer of energy from the lithosphere to the atmosphere
Of the following interactions between the hydrosphere and the atmosphere, which is responsible for causing most surface ocean currents?
The cooling of air as it rises above the surface of the ocean
The evaporation of water from the surface of the ocean
The creation of seismic waves along the ocean surface
The friction caused by planetary winds on the ocean surface
The cities, separated by the Cascade Mountains, are both located at a latitude of approximately 48° north. Based on this information, which statement accurately compares the climates of these two cities?
While Seattle has a hot and humid climate, Spokane's climate is cool and dry
While Seattle has a cool and dry climate, Spokane's climate is warm and humid
While Seattle has a hot and dry climate, Spokane's climate is cold and humid
While Seattle has a cool and humid climate, Spokane's climate is warm and dry
How has Latin America's mountainous terrain affected the region?
The region has been able to transform into the center of agriculture in the Western Hemisphere
The region has been able to unify politically and extend equal rights to all peoples
The region has developed good, stable infrastructure
There are varied climates found throughout the region
Which Earth process most likely formed the depression now occupied by the lake shown in the diagram?
Climate changes
Faulting
Erosion
Glaciation
Which process is primarily responsible for the shape of the surface shown in the diagram?
Stream erosion
Glacial action
Crustal subsidence
Wave action
The evidence shown indicates that currently each landscape region is being modified primarily by —
folding and faulting
metamorphism
lithospheric plate movement
weathering and erosion
The presence of parallel scratches on bedrock in a U-shaped valley indicates that the area has most likely been eroded by —
wind
a glacier
a stream
waves
The block diagram below represents a portion of the Grand Canyon. This region is best classified as a —
plain
plateau
lowland
mountain
Which statement about early African and Asian civilizations is correct?
Societies developed primarily along river valleys
Men and women enjoyed equal rights and opportunities
Governments were secular and religion had little cultural influence
European technology was critical to the development of large cities
Based on the information presented in this chart, one can conclude that --
the population in developed nations is expected to double by 2025
the percentage of the world's population living in developed nations is rising
the population in developing nations is increasing faster than it is in developed nations
the percentage of the world's population living in developing countries is expected to double by 2025
Which factor played a significant role in the development of ancient river valley civilizations?
Tropical rain forests
Petroleum reserves
Arid climate
Fertile soil
Humans can cause rapid changes in their environment, which, in turn, can lead to catastrophic events. One example of this concept would be —
changing seasonal winds resulting in widespread flooding in an area
highway construction along a mountainside causing a landslide
shifting crustal plates causing a massive earthquake
a series of lightning strikes resulting in a forest fire
While drowning is an immediate risk associated with floods, they can pose a hazard to people long after the waters have receded. Which of the following is a long-term health risk following a flood?
Prolonged exposure to cold floodwaters can lead to hypothermia
Polluted floodwaters can deposit harmful chemicals in residential areas
Floodwaters often carry invasive species that devastate the local ecological balance
Floodwaters carry dissolved nitrogen and create hypoxic dead zones in local water sources
According to the plate tectonics theory, the Himalaya Mountains and Tibetan Plateau formed because the Indian Plate —
separated from the Antarctic Plate
collided with the African Plate
slid toward the Australian Plate
collided with the Eurasian Plate
When climbing a mountain, as the elevation increases a hiker can expect to encounter
a decrease in temperature
a lack of precipitation
an increase in the amount of foliage
an expanded variety of animal life
Which factor is the primary cause of seasonal changes?
relative distance between the Earth and Sun
variations in the speed of the Earth’s rotation
tilt of the Earth in relation to the Sun
colder and warmer regions of the solar system
Based on this excerpt, how is the Chinese government working to improve the environment of Shanghai?
"The Shanghai Environment Project supports achievement of a sustainable environment for the long-term economic and social development of Shanghai, while providing a competitive framework for industrial growth. In particular, the project will focus on improving and protecting drinking water quality and controlling pollution. The main components [will] comprise . . . construction of a major raw water supply intake, pump stations, . . . wastewater collection, . . . [and] a water quality monitoring facility. "
by constructing a system of water treatment plants
by ordering factories to be built with raw materials
by permitting unlimited ship traffic along the city’s waterways
by providing the city’s population with more highways
How does this process affect the biosphere?
It causes movement in the tectonic plates
It creates a greenhouse effect that warms the earth
It provides the necessary resources to support life
It protects the ozone from ultraviolet rays
