Unit 1
Which sphere contains all life on earth?
Biosphere
The United States fought against who during the American Revolution?
The British
What is similar about the Latin Languages?
They all derive or come from Latin
What important innovation started in England that helped change the world forever?
The Industrial Revolution
After Europeans left Africa, what was the lasting impact that has created conflict and problems on the modern African continent?
The Europeans created borders forcing people of different ethnic backgrounds to live together
A spot of fertile land in a desert where water can be found
Oasis
Why is the United States called a "nation of immigrants?"
Because of all the variety of people who live here
What is biodiversity?
When a place has a wide range of plant and animal species
What was the Reformation?
It was when many Christians broke away from the Catholic Church
The Korean War led to what?
The splitting of Korea into the communist north and democratic south
Where are most of the world's volcanoes located?
The Ring of Fire
In which industry do most Americans work?
Service Industry
Which man was the Spanish general who conquered the Aztecs in present day Mexico?
Hernando Cortez
Which region of Europe was ruled under communist rule for most of the 20th century?
Eastern Europe
What was apartheid in South Africa?
The complete separation of races carried out by the minority European population
Which theory states that earth's land masses are constantly moving?
The theory of continental drift
Define representative democracy.
The people rule through elected representatives
In terms of ethnic make up, how is the Caribbean different from the rest of Latin America?
The Caribbean has much more people of African descent because of the slave trade
Why do ethnic loyalties lead to conflict in Eastern Europe?
People are more loyal to race and culture as opposed to governments and countries which creates tension and conflict
Today, Japan is considered an economic powerhouse. What are they most well known for?
Electronics and Automobiles
Name at least one of the 4 most components of culture.
Laguage
Religion
Politics/Economics
Creative Expression
Which region is the most populated in the US?
The South
What is an Oligarchy?
It is when governments are ruled by a few rich, powerful people
Rome had two major lasting impacts on the majority of Europe, what were they?
They spread their religion (Christianity) and their style of language (Latin)
What are the two main causes of conflict between India and Pakistan?
Religion and Kashmir