World Regional Geography

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1.

Geography is united by a perspective common to all its fields. This perspective is the _____ perspective.

A.

temporal

B.

institutional

C.

spatial

D.

functional

E.

sexual



2.

A large scale map shows:

A.

a small area

B.

a large area

C.

there is no relationship between the scale on a map and the size of the area shown

D.

an unbalanced area

E.

a great deal of weight



3.

The ratio of distance on a map to actual ground distance is known as:

A.

the map legend

B.

a map scale

C.

a point symbol

D.

A or B above

E.

a functional region



4.

Wegener's supercontinent is known as:

A.

tectonic

B.

desertification

C.

Eurasia

D.

Pangaea

E.

none of the above



5.

In the eastern hemisphere, the mountain chains generally run in a(n) direction.

A.

east-west

B.

north-south

C.

north-west

D.

west-north

E.

polar



6.

Which of the following statements about "A" climates is incorrect?

A.

They are referred to as humid equatorial climates.

B.

They are characterized by heavy precipitation and high year-round temperatures.

C.

In the Af climate, precipitation rates increase suddenly due to the arrival of the monsoons.

D.

In the Aw subtype is identified as savanna.

E.

All of the above are correct.



7.

Which statement below best characterizes the concept of culture?

A.

A civilized pattern of behavior, including an appreciation of serious music and good food.

B.

Learned patterns of thought and behavior characteristic of a population or society.

C.

An expression of the artistic qualities in a nation, such as painting and other fine arts.

D.

A combination of habits relating to the human body, including washing, eating methods, and cleanliness.

E.

None of the above are related to the concept of culture.



8.

Which of the following is not one of the world's three largest population concentrations?

A.

South Asia

B.

Europe

C.

eastern Africa

D.

East Asia



9.

In 1995, more than ____ percent of the world's population lived in urban areas.

A.

40

B.

60

C.

10

D.

10

E.

90



10.

The islands of the Caribbean Sea belong to which of the following realms:

A.

North America

B.

Middle America

C.

South America

D.

Subsaharan Africa

E.

Europe

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