Mother Russia
Middle East
Africa
South Asia
China and South East Asia
The Pacific Realm
GeO-gRapHy
100
Which of the following is likely to be found in an unlimited government?
One-party rule
100
Most recent conflicts in Southwest Asia are related to —
conflicting claims for territory
100
Which number on the map indicates the location of Nigeria?
2
100
How do monsoons most benefit India?
The rains provide fresh water for drinking and irrigation.
100
In the People’s Republic of China, the government is led by —
Communist party officials
100
The physical geography of Oceania has most likely caused societies in the region to —
become isolated on various islands
100
Geographers would use a grid system on maps to — A.reveal patterns of migration B.define the elevation of mountains C.determine the position of a location D.predict weather patterns in a region
C: determine the position of a location
200
Which Asian nation shown in the map is Russia?
1
200
How will increased use of communication technologies, such as mobile phones, the Internet, and social media, most likely be a positive influence on the societies of North Africa and Southwest Asia?
Governments will allow greater participation by citizens.
200
Which mountain in Tanzania is Africa’s highest peak?
Mt. Kilimanjaro
200
Which cultural institution has historically guided the moral and social life for most people in India?
Hinduism
200
Which country in East Asia has historically experienced more diffusion of culture from Western nations as compared to other East Asian countries?
Japan
200
Which geographic formation is illustrated in the map?
The Great Barrier Reef
200
Which of the following geographic factors has the greatest influence on where people live? F.Availability of water G.Shared cultural traditions H.Access to public transportation J.Proximity to highways and roads
F. Availability of water
300
Which of the following is one way the government of Russia is considered more limited than the government of the Soviet Union?
The Russian people are allowed to vote in open elections.
300
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Which letter indicates the nation of Iran?
D
300
Which number on the map indicates the location of South Africa?
4
300
How did the event shown in the map most affect the region?
Coastlines along the Indian Ocean experienced a severe tsunami.
300
The island of Taiwan is located directly to the east of — F.China G.Japan H.Philippines J.South Korea
F.China
300
How has the location of Australia influenced its environment?
Australia's distance and isolation have contributed to the development of unique animals and plants.
300
Based on the above map, the climate of northeast and north central areas of the United States are most similar to which areas in Europe?
Eastern and northeastern Europe
400
The Russian Federation is an example of a government that is considered —
rule by a few
400
The items listed in the box illustrate the impact of —
cultural diffusion
400
English and French have become common languages spoken in Sub-Saharan Africa because of —
a history of European colonization in the region
400
Which number on the map indicates the location of India?
2
400
Traders using the Silk Route had to overcome the physical barriers posed by the mountains and the —
desert climate conditions
400
How does the Australian outback influence the pattern of human settlements in the region?
The outback is lightly populated with few towns.
400
Which question is a geographer likely able to answer from reading a map regarding the location of interstate highways? A.How tall is it? B.Why is it there? C.When was it constructed? D.What effects does it have on the environment?
B.Why is it there?
500
Ongoing violence and conflict within Russian society is primarily related to —
ethnic differences
500
One way that oil rich nations in SW Asia have protected their oil industries has been by —
creating a cooperative organization for oil-producing nations
500
In what way did European colonization of Sub-Saharan Africa affect economic development in the region?
Most economies primarily export natural resources.
500
Which geographic factor has most influenced the location of wheat production in India?
Nearness to sources of fresh water
500
Which of the following is an example of an unlimited government? F.Japan G.South Korea H.Hong Kong J.North Korea
North Korea
500
The industry discussed in the excerpt, likely modifies the physical environment of Australia by —
mining on and below the Earth's surface
500
Based on the map, the location of oil fields has likely influenced the economy of Texas by —
producing employment opportunities in the energy sector
600
One difference between the Russian government and the U.S. government is that —
he Russian government has a prime minister
600
Which major geographic factor dominates nations in the region of North Africa and Southwest Asia?
A collection of vast deserts
600
According to the data, which country likely has the most developed economy?
Kenya
600
The technologies listed above have helped people living in East and Southeast Asia to —
adapt to the environment of the region
600
Name the Disney movie that was set in China.
Mulan
600
BONUS QUESTION! This question is worth double points! Good Luck!
This country music singer is from Australia and is married to a famous actress who is also from Australia, Nicole Kidman...
Keith Urban
600
Which of the following is a characteristic of culture? A.Elections B.Monotheism C.Shared beliefs D.Mountain barriers
C. Shared Beliefs
700
Which of the following is true of a market economy, but not true of a communist system?
F.Supply is determined by the government. G.Industrial production meets government quotas. H.-Government exercises less control of the economy. J.Government determines consumer product availability.
700
Most farms in Egypt are located along the Nile River. Which geographic feature makes it difficult to farm other parts of Egypt?
Deserts
700
How has the history of Sub-Saharan Africa contributed to political instability in some nations of the region?
The end of European colonization left some nations struggling to form an effective government.
700
Which number in the map indicates the nation of Pakistan?
1
700
This East Asian country is the most populated in the world.
China
700
This island country is located just south east of Australia.
New Zealand
700
58.Which country on the map is located on the Arabian Peninsula?
3
800
Most Russian urban centers are located in which part of the country?
West
800
Which factor is most responsible for unifying Southwest Asia and North Africa as a culture region?
Islam
800
The efforts of King Hassan II and Disney engineers to construct the Morocco pavilion is an example of —
the benefits of cooperation between different cultures
800
What Disney movie was set in India?
The Jungle Book
800
The country where Forrest Gump fought in a war.
Vietnam
800
The boomerang was originally used for what purpose in Australia?
Hunting.
800
Which country on the map is home to Persians?
4