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WorksheetsWorld Geography Review
Total questions: 37
Worksheet time: 9hrs 15mins
Which of the following events would be considered a migration pull factor?
revolutionary take over of a government
failed harvest
flooding of a river
opening a new factory
Which construction project would a city attempting to become a sustainable community add to this list?
• Incentives for environmentally friendly construction • Urban farming initiatives • ?
Multi-lane divided expressways
Coal-burning power facility
Light-rail mass transit system
Elevated parking garages
Look at the partial outline below
I. ?
A. Rising Sea Levels
B. Deforestation
C. Drought
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
The headlines below were taken from newspapers following natural disasters.
• "Volcanic Ash Creates Air-Travel Chaos: Worst Delays Since 9/11"
• "Arizona Fires Force Road Closures Around State"
• "Japanese Road Reopened After Destroyed by Quake"
These headlines demonstrate that...
natural disasters only affect nearby areas.
lives can be saved by predicting natural disasters.
natural disasters can cause major interruptions in transportation
railroads are the only mode of transportation immune to natural disasters
What do Shanghai, Beijing, and other major metropolises of China have in common?
Busy commercial districts and architecture that reflects both modern and traditional influences
Significant levels of political involvement and an emphasis on freedom of expression
Economies largely dependent upon agriculture and the tourism industry
Emphasis on the conservation and preservation of natural resources
Which perception BEST completes this list?
Perceptions of the South as a Region of the United States
• Hospitality toward others
• Large Protestant populations
• ?
Support for labor unions
Reliance on agriculture
Liberal political views
Fast-paced urban lifestyles
Based on the map, which reason accounts for the high population density in Alexandria, Egypt?
danger of flooding farther downstream
cost of living compared to nearby cities
close proximity to fresh water and fertile soil
laws protecting natural habitats and endangered species
Use the information to answer the question.
Characteristics of ?
• Soil consisting primarily of desert, sand, and salt flats
• Arabic language
• Strong influence of Islamic religion
Central America
West Africa
Southwest Asia
Eastern Europe
Yesterday, your Ambassador petitioned my Ministers regarding your trade with China. . . . Our Celestial Empire possesses all things in great abundance and lacks no product within its own borders. There is, therefore, no need to import any product manufactured by outside barbarians in exchange for our own goods. — Emperor Ch'ien-lung of China to King George III of Britain, 1793
In this excerpt, Ch'ien-lung expresses which of the following sentiments?
Maintaining economic isolation is in the best interest of China.
China could greatly benefit from expanding into a colonial power
China should seek to establish international alliances to ensure the safety of its people
Economic stability will only be achieved for China through the expansion of foreign trade.
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
Based on this map, which biome is located mostly along the equator?
Humid tropical
Desert
Tropical savanna
Highland
This map shows ocean currents moving water to...
. cool the climate of the Gulf of Mexico.
warm the climate of South America’s east coast and cool its west coast
. cools the coastal regions of Latin America
warm the coastal regions of Antarctica and cool the east coast of Africa
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. —Inter Press Service, February 2006
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
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
What was one reason for the construction of this dam?
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
With 660 MW offshore wind turbines connected to the electricity grid in 2009, Denmark is . . . one of the largest developers of offshore wind farms. . . . It is considerably more expensive to build and operate offshore wind turbines than onshore wind turbines. On the other hand, the production conditions are better at sea with higher wind speeds and more stable wind conditions. —Danish Energy Agency
Which title BEST fits this excerpt?
The Challenges of Deep-sea Drilling
Ways to Define a Climate Region
The Benefits of Importing Energy
Human Adaptation to the Environment
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
Based on the map, what is one conclusion you can draw about factors influencing Africa’s grasslands and deserts?
Lack of precipitation in the northern desert region is due to high mountains along the northern and eastern borders of the continent.
Temperatures in the region cause lower amounts of precipitation to fall in the southern desert regions of Africa
The majority of the African continent is influenced by prevailing winds off of the Mediterranean Sea and leads to a Mediterranean climate in most of Africa
Prevailing winds and precipitation patterns tend to create weather patterns that cause arid and semi-arid conditions in these regions
Which climatic event completes the diagram below?
Hurricane
Tornado
Tsunami
El Niño
Which of the following causal factors has contributed the most to the rise in global refugee populations during the twentieth and twenty-first centuries?
Famine
Desertification
War and conflict
The rise of fascism
Based on this map, which biome would feature arid landscapes, little annual rainfall, and scarce wildlife?
Biome 1
Biome 2
Biome 3
Biome 4
Use the list below to answer the question.
Natural Resources in Russia
• Oil
• Natural gas
• Coal
Which statement correctly describes a problem associated with the resources in this list?
Declining demand has reduced incentives for companies to extract these natural resources.
Competition among corporations and industries deters best use of resources
Obstacles in climate, distance, and terrain hinder full development of resources
Government support for agriculture has diverted investment away from natural resource extraction
Refugees migrate primarily because of which type of push factor?
Economic
Environmental
Cultural
. Circulation
What important challenge faces many less developed nations today?
Due to improved agricultural technology, many farmers have lost their their jobs
Social welfare programs have reduced military spending
High rates of illiteracy and a lack of infrastructure slow the pace of economic development
A high calorie diet causes widespread obesity and a short life expectancy
Between 1960 and 1970, the Egyptian government built the Aswan High Dam to limit the effects of
hurricanes and tornados.
. windstorms and wildfires
droughts and floods
earthquakes and famines
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
Based on this information presented in this map, which of the following conclusions can be drawn?
The Inca relied upon seaports for conducting trade with neighboring civilizations.
The various parts of the Incan Empire were connected via an extensive road system.
Agricultural production was limited due to the tropical climate that existed throughout the Incan Empire.
A lack of navigable waterways was a significant obstacle to the unification of the Inca.
What is the primary motivation for people to immigrate to the United States from Central and South America?
Natural disasters
Religious persecution
Communist oppression
Economic opportunities
What do these illustrations suggest about the civilizations they depict?
The buildings constructed by these civilizations strongly reflect the influence of Renaissance humanism
The architecture in these civilizations was strongly influenced by the work of early Roman designers
Leaders of these civilizations sought to recreate elements of European societies.
These civilizations built complex structures using advanced technology
Which geographic factor has MOST influenced the cultures of the Sahara?
Religious tradition has determined resource use
Close proximity to sea lanes has fostered commercial trade
Arid conditions require adaptation to a harsh climate.
Military occupation prevents the development of natural resources
Which environmental concern would BEST explain the findings of this study?
global warming
desertification
deforestation
strip mining
Consisting of some of the lowest islands on earth—its highest point is only 2.4 meters (7.8 feet) above the surface of the [Indian Ocean]—the Maldives are especially vulnerable to . . . [the effects of] global warming. —Scott Lamb, “Paradise (Soon to be) Lost,” Der Spiegel, February 2005
According to the quotation, the greatest environmental concern for the residents of the Republic of Maldives is
increased water pollution
rising sea levels.
an extended drought
a declining fish population
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
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
• The Japanese rely on the oceans surrounding the nation for food.
• The Chinese utilize terrace farming in many areas of the country.
• Irrigation systems are widely used throughout India.
Which of the following conclusions can be drawn based on these statements?
Systems of irrigation are used by many civilizations to improve agricultural production.
People adapt to meet the challenges of the geography of the areas in which they live.
Many Asian nations suffer due to a lack of natural resources
Limited access to water has hindered Asian development.
What is an example of a pull factor?
Famines causing the Irish to leave Ireland
Employment opportunities bringing Central Europeans to the United States at the turn of the 20th century
Tribal Conflict causing the Tutsi people to leave Rwanda
Persecution of people because of their race and religion
Throughout history, human societies have flourished from the rainforests of Brazil to the barren spaces of the Arctic, from the river valleys of the Fertile Crescent to the high reaches of the Himalayas, and from the Great Plains of North America to isolated islands in the Pacific Ocean.
Which of the following is the best summary of this statement?
Humans have spread around the world from their common origin
Humans around the globe make use of the same resources
Humans are crowding other species of animals out of existence
Humans adapt to their environments in order to survive
