Vocabulary
What is the imaginary line that circles Earth halfway between the North and South Poles?
Equator
What is a common feature of Canada's climate in many areas
Cold climate, harsh winters
Milder weather towards the US border
it contributes to climate change and loss of biodiversity
What did the word "barbarian" originally mean in Ancient Rome?
people who don't speak latin
What percentage of the world's population lives in Asia?
60%
What term describes the number of people living in a specific area?
Population Density
How is Canada's government different from the government of the United States?
Canada has a parliamentary system and a constitutional monarchy, while the U.S. is a federal republic
What makes the Panama Canal useful for moving goods around the world?
It shortens the travel route between the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans
Who fought for control of the Holy Land during the Crusades
European Christians and Muslim Turks
How much of the profit from a chocolate bar stays in the Ivory Coast?
10%
What is the term for features on Earth's surface, like mountains or valleys?
Landform
Why are most Canadian cities located near the US-Canada border?
The warmer climate and better access to trade with the U.S.
Where was the Maya Empire located?
in present-day Mexico and parts of Central America
Serfs
Which country has the highest population in the world?
India
What do we call the weather conditions in a place over a long period of time?
Climate
List two major cities in the United States
Examples:
Los Angeles, New York, Chicago, Washington DC
Give one example of a Mayan achievement
(something that shows they were advanced in knowledge and culture)
Development of a calendar
Complex writing system
Mathematical advances
How did the Industrial Revolution lead to imperialism in the late 1800s?
The Industrial Revolution created an increased demand for raw materials, which led Europeans to conquer new lands in search for them in the late 1800.
What is a major environmental threat in Asia?
Deforestation and air pollution
What is the term for somebody who flees their country due to war or persecution?
Refugee
What did John Locke believe was the main purpose of government?
To protect people’s natural rights (life, liberty, and property)
GOVERNMENT SHOULD BE A CONTRACT BETWEEN THE PEOPLE AND THE RULER!!
How did Napoleon's actions in Europe affect colonial rule in Latin America?
it weakened Spain’s power, allowing colonies to fight for independence
(distracted colonial powers)
Describe the conflict that led to the Cold War
the rivalry between the U.S. and the Soviet Union over political and economic ideologies. there were never any actual military battles fought.
How is desertification negatively impacting the Sahel region?
It is limiting the amount of available/usable farmland