Human and Environmental Characteristics
1. What are the two main types of characteristics of a place?
Human and environmental
Which two continents did we investigate last term?
Europe and North America
What is climate?
The usual weather patterns of a place over a long period
In which country did the Dust Bowl occur?
United States of America
Why might people living in Finland build different types of houses from people living in Spain
Finland's colder climate means houses need better insulation and heating, whereas Spain's warmer regions may need more shade and cooling.
. Is a mountain a human or environmental characteristic?
Environmental
What is the purpose of a map legend?
To explain the symbols and colours used on a map
Which country generally experiences colder winters?
Spain, Finland, Mexico
Finland
Name one environmental condition that contributed to the Dust Bowl.
Drought or strong winds
How can clearing forests affect the environment?
It can destroy animal habitats, reduce vegetation and increase soil erosion.
Is a highway a human or environmental characteristic
Human
What does a map scale tell us?
The relationship between distance on a map and actual distance
What does a climate graph usually display?
A. Population and roads
B. Temperature and rainfall
C. Countries and borders
Climate graphs show rainfall and temperature patterns.
How did farming practices contribute to the Dust Bowl?
Removing natural vegetation left soil exposed to wind erosion
Why might people choose to live near a river?
Rivers can provide water for drinking, farming and industry. They can also support transport and recreation
Name three environmental characteristics.
E.g. climate, rivers, mountains, vegetation
Is Spain located in Europe or North America?
Europe
Which activity is most influenced by a place's climate?
A. Choosing crops to grow
B. Naming a school
C. Drawing a map border
Choosing crops to grow
What is acid rain?
Rain made more acidic by pollutants in the atmosphere
How can urbanisation have both positive and negative effects?
It can create jobs, housing and services, but may also cause pollution, traffic and habitat loss.
What is urbanisation?
An increase in the proportion of people living in towns and cities
What does BOLTSS stand for?
Border, Orientation, Legend, Title, Scale, Source
Which is an example of the environment influencing people?
A. People clearing trees for houses
B. Cold temperatures causing people to heat their homes
C. Factories releasing pollution
Cold temperatures causing people to heat their homes
Name one environmental impact of urbanisation in Mexico City.
Vegetation clearing, habitat loss or increased pollution
Explain how people and the environment influence each other. Give an example
The environment influences how people live, such as warm coastal weather attracting tourists. People then change the environment by constructing hotels, roads and other facilities.