World Geo - DA #1 Review
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What type of plate boundary is shown in the photo>
29Transform Boundary
Divergent Boundary
Convergent Boundary
Mid-Ocean Ridge
- Q1
What type of plate boundary is shown in the photo>
Transform Boundary
Divergent Boundary
Convergent Boundary
Mid-Ocean Ridge
45s - Q2
What two natural hazards are common along plate boundaries?
Volcanoes and Earthquakes
Hurricanes and Tsunamis
Monsoons and Hurricanes
45s - Q3
How long does it take for the Earth to complete a revolution?
24 hours
2 years
72 hours
365 days
45s - Q4
Earth's revolution + tilt = _____________
Daylight
Seasons
Hurricanes
Wind
45s - Q5
What type of landform is shown below?
Delta
Ocean
Canyon
Plateau
45s - Q6
Which forces are responsible for the movement of the Earth's tectonic plates?
Weathering and erosion
Ocean currents and trade winds
Convection and gravity in the Earth's core
The rotation of the Earth
45s - Q7
High latitudes receive less energy from the Sun than the equator because -
the Sun's rays strike the Earth less directly at high latitudes
an ozone hole is located at each Pole
the equator has less distance from the Sun than either Pole
more light is reflected at high latitudes than at the equator
45s - Q8
How do mountain barriers affect precipitation?
The ocean side of the mountain generally has more precipitation.
The northern side of the mountain generally has more precipitation.
The eastern side of the mountain generally has more precipitation.
45s - Q9
How does a plateau differ from a mountain?
A plateau has a flat top with suddenly dropping sides.
A plateau is usually created by tectonic plate motion.
A plateau has a higher elevation than surrounding areas
A plateau is surrounded by water on three sides
45s - Q10
In which of the following environments would a geographer expect human settlements to be largest, in terms of population size? **THINK ABOUT ENJOYABLE WEATHER**
Low-latitudes mountains
High-latitude deserts
Mid-latitude coasts
Polar regions
45s - Q11
Look at the photo below. What is the best reason that explains the movement of people from farms to cities in 19th century America?
There was no more unoccupied land for farming
There was more work available in cities
There was greater religious freedom in cities
There were more opportunities to participate in cities
45s - Q12
Which answer best explains how globalization has raised standards of living in many parts of the world?
Globalization raises average living standards by ending religious wars.
Globalization has brought new information and technology to developing countries.
Globalization has led to an increase in the average size in families.
45s - Q13
What is the best definition of a region?
A large land mass surrounded by water
An area with similar characteristics that set it apart from other areas
An are where a majority of people share the same religion
45s - Q14
Who is in charge of making decisions in a COMMAND economy?
The people
The government
45s - Q15
In 1848, gold was found in California and the population of California doubled. What was the name of this movement of people?
Native Settlers
The Gold Rush
The Great Migration
45s
