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WorksheetsChapters 1 & 2 Quiz
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 8mins
What is the disadvantage of a map compared to a globe?
A map distorts properties like distance.
A map shows little detail.
A map indicates actual distances.
A map is very large.
Which of the following is most accurately represented on a cylindrical projection map?
the oceans
the Equator
the continents
the Poles
Which type of projection produces relatively accurate shapes on a map?
a cylindrical projection
a planar projection
a map projection
a conic projection
Which is an example of an absolute location?
south of London
the Northern hemisphere
the Bavarian region of Germany
30° N latitude, 150° W longitude
Which of the following collects visual information about Earth?
transmitters
GIS
GPS
satellites
When discussing places and regions, which is an example of a formal region?
the French Riviera
the Corn Belt
the Great Lakes shipping industry
the train system in Germany
Which layer of Earth includes Earth's surface?
The physical processes that create most of Earth's physical features, including mountains, are known as
Which of the following is caused directly by plate tectonics?
Moraines
Weathering
An example of an external force of change is
weathering
accretion
subduction
faulting
Rain, snow, and sleet are examples of
Evaporation
Precipitation
Condensation
Perspiration
How do seas, gulfs, and bays differ from oceans?
They are larger.
They are freshwater.
They are partially enclosed by land.
They are deeper.
Desalination is most used
in places where freshwater is scarce.
in economically challenged countries.
in areas where there are also freshwater facilities.
in places where it will affect marine life the least.
