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Worksheets2.3 Quizizz.Review-2B-6B-8A-20A
Total questions: 51
Worksheet time: 26mins
A main purpose of the levee system found in New Orleans is to (WG.2B)
decrease potential environmental damage caused by water pollution from factories.
lessen the erosion of the bayous and swamplands due to land development.
contain the rising tides of the Gulf of Mexico caused by warmer temperatures.
prevent flooding from the Mississippi River and Lake Pontchartrain.
What was one reason for the construction of this dam? (WG.2B)
a decrease in the amount of irrigation needed by regional farms
an increase in the demand for electricity as the population grew
an increase in the need for protection of native animals’ habitats
a decrease in the amount of natural resources available in the area
Rain forests in Latin America are cut down to provide timber and cropland. Concerns about global warming have sparked creative ways to preserve rain forests, including — (WG.2B)
paying off the debt of countries with rain forests
planting rain forests in regions that are not tropical
encouraging the migration of farmers to urban areas
imposing trade sanctions on Latin American countries
Which is the best argument for reducing the sizes of these wildlife reserves? TEKS 2B, TEKS 23B
to eliminate colonial influence
to decrease wildlife populations
to expand urban and suburban areas
to create more farmland for growing populations
Which once-large sea has shrunk to several small disconnected bodies of water due to the diversion of water for the irrigation of fields? (WG.8A)
Caspian Sea
Red Sea
Aral Sea
Black Sea
According to this statement, it shows that people are able to— GO(WG.8A)
organize similar forms of government
prefer to live in isolated areas
develop a common language
adapt to their surroundings
Transportation systems facilitate (WG.6B)
settlements grow near locations along the transportation routes
people live further from their work location
All other answers.
Settlements in areas that were previously inaccessible
Regional differences in crops, types of homes, and clothing are most likely the result of— (WG.8A)
social mobility
nationalism and colonialism
government directives
geography and climate
Which conclusion is best supported by the maps? (WG.8A)
Advances in technology improved the environment.
Fewer natural resources slowed population growth.
The need for land to cultivate crops increased greatly.
The depletion of timber limited trade opportunities.
Which conclusion is supported by the information in this table? 8A
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.
Which country is best known for constructing buildings designed to resist damage caused by earthquakes? (WG.8A)
France
Nigeria
Japan
Brazil
Geographic information system (GIS) technology can be used to — (WG.20A)
find wreckage of a plane crash
analyze data for decisions on future land use
find directions from one place to another
take topographic pictures from space
What is the difference between GPS and GIS? (WG.20A)
A.GPS uses GIS data
A.GIS uses GPS data to determine location
A.GPS is the layering of data, whereas GIS is the gathering of data.
A.GIS is the layering of data, whereas GPS is the gathering of data.
Which is the main purpose for global positioning (GPS) technology? (WG.20A)
To determine relative locations on Earth
To determine absolute locations on Earth
To determine elevations of geographic features on Earth
To determine the physical characteristics of regions
A city wants to determine the best location for a landfill. It is creating a composite map based on a terrain map, a land-use map, a road map, and 3-D images of groundwater reservoirs.
What technology is it relying on to create the composite map?
the Internet
Global Positioning System
Geographic Information Systems
Geostationary Operational Environmental Satellites
Geographic information system (GIS) technology can be used to — (WG.20A)
find wreckage of a plane crash
analyze data for decisions on future land use
find directions from one place to another
take topographic pictures from space
A city wants to determine the best location for a landfill. It is creating a composite map based on a terrain map, a land-use map, a road map, and 3-D images of groundwater reservoirs.
What technology is it relying on to create the composite map? (WG.20A)
the Internet
Global Positioning System
Geographic Information Systems
Geostationary Operational Environmental Satellites
Which of the following has been a useful benefit of Global Positioning System (GPS) technology? (WG.20A)
GPS can store large amounts of digitalized data for emergency situations.
Consumers can use GPS to navigate their cars when traveling.
GPS can prevent cars and trucks from having road accidents.
GPS has made it easier for countries to desalinate sea water.
One limitation of geospatial technology is that it cannot provide information about (WG.20A)
Things below the surface
Why humans do things
The impact of industry
Areas humans cannot safely visit.
According to the maps above, the Panama Canal and Suez Canal are similar in that both – (WG.2B)
shortened shipping routes between major bodies of water
were built by the British to expand their empire
replaced the Silk Road as the world’s main trade route
directly connected the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans
3. How can Las Vegas better support its population? – (WG.2B)
Create a more diverse economy
Develop ways to increase its water supply
Improve transportation infrastructure
Mechanize agricultural production to limit irrigation
Which is the best argument for reducing the sizes of these wildlife reserves? TEKS 2B, TEKS 23B
to eliminate colonial influence
to decrease wildlife populations
to expand urban and suburban areas
to create more farmland for growing populations
Which factor attracted many Europeans to New York City in the mid-nineteenth century? (WG.6B)
the increase in economic opportunities due to expanding industrialization
an improvement in living conditions due to innovations in sanitation
the ease of travel due to the construction of transportation networks
an increase in agricultural productivity due to climate conditions
Why did many cities expand in size during the early twentieth century? (WG.6B)
Government projects made port cities accessible to large ships.
Recent advances in transportation allowed people to travel greater distances to work.
Commercial farms began producing a greater variety of agricultural products for urban consumers.
The cost of undeveloped land bordering cities increased.
The movement of population from the countryside into cities is (WG.6B)
The core-periphery model
Imperialism
Carrying capacity
Urbanization
Certain states in the United States grow specific crops during the year. What is this an example of? – (WG. 8A)
Adaptation
Modification
Depend
None of the above
. Which concept is best illustrated by these examples? (WG. 8A)
Human cultures are shaped by the physical environments in which they develop.
Civilization depends on the farmers who grow surplus crops.
Most forms of primitive art are closely related to religious beliefs.
Human culture is greatly affected by a society’s level of technology.
Which conclusion is supported by the information in this table? (WG.8A)
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.
In creating these architectural designs, Japanese engineers developed new technology to construct buildings able to escape damage from WG.8A
floods.
drought.
erosion.
earthquakes.
Which statement about the Global Positioning System (GPS) describes an application of this technology? (WG.20A)
A GPS receiver can determine the location of resources needed for networking capabilities.
Correct use of GPS technology allows people to build in uninhabitable regions.
International compliance with GPS readings can increase trade opportunities.
A GPS receiver can improve the safety of commercial transportation.
How has the expansion of the internet significantly affected the global economy? (WG.20A)
by decreasing business competition
by increasing consumer choice
by decreasing specialization opportunities
by increasing protective tariffs
Which statement is supported by these survey results (WG.20A?
People depend on traditional information sources more than new technologies.
Technological progress has begun changing the way people learn about current events.
Technology has decreased participation in resolving important community issues.
People in different age groups disagree on the usefulness of new technologies.
Which is the main purpose for global positioning (GPS) technology? (WG.20A)
To determine relative locations on Earth
To determine absolute locations on Earth
To determine elevations of geographic features on Earth
To determine the physical characteristics of regions
____________ is the world’s oldest and deepest lake, which has been polluted by industrial waste. (WG.8A)
Baikal
Siberia
Kamchatka
Chernobyl
According to this statement, it shows that people are able to—(WG.8A)
adapt to their surroundings
develop a common language
organize similar forms of government
prefer to live in isolated areas
Which human activity should be placed in the column about how people modify the environment in negative ways? TEKS 8A
Composting
Littering
Reclamation
Recycling
Use the maps below to answer the question. (WG.8A)
Which conclusion is best supported by the maps?
Advances in technology improved the environment.
Fewer natural resources slowed population growth.
The need for land to cultivate crops increased greatly.
The depletion of timber limited trade opportunities.
In which location would the environmental adaptation shown above most successfully serve its purpose? (WG.8A)
a place with low elevation
a place that experiences regular monsoons
a place that experiences frequent sunny days
a place with high daily temperatures
Which situation is referred to in this excerpt? (WG.8A)
the rapid growth of urban populations
the rapid conversion of an important habitat to other uses
the spread of invasive species to non-native habitats
the release of toxic chemicals into Earth’s atmosphere
How does the technology shown in this photograph help humans adapt to the environment? (WG.8A)
by detecting sunken ships
by helping ships navigate
by monitoring fish migration
by warning of a natural disaster
