Lesson 1
A __________ is a part of a state that has its own government.
County
The ____________ Mountains are an example of a region based on physical features
Rocky
Some physical regions change over time because people _______________ across rivers.
build dams
Rain-forests are found all over the United States. TRUE or FALSE
False
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This person enforces county laws.
sheriff
A region based on a group's customs, foods, or language is a __________________.
Cultural region
People often modify or change their environment to meet their ________________.
Needs
The regions that are in the United States cannot be found in any other country in the world?
TRUE or FALSE
False
People in different regions depend on people in others regions because__________.
No one region has all the resources and products it needs.
A ___________________ is a system for deciding what is best for a group of people.
government
A ___________ is a usual way of doing things. Shaking hands when you meet someone is an example of this.
Custom
What is one way technology has linked people in different regions?
People are able to learn what is happening in other regions around the world.
Name the two continents where rain-forests can be found
Asia and South America
The boundaries of physical regions are not set by law. TRUE or FALSE
True
A __________ is an area with at least one feature that sets it apart from other areas.
region
In ____________________, workers are paid to do things for other people. Delivering mail is an example of this.
Service industries
What is another way technology is used to link people in regions around the world?
People are able to travel around the world to visit friends and family
What word refers to city regions?
Urban
This type of region is a region where people use resources to meet their needs.
Economic region
In an _____________ region, buildings are usually very tall and close together.
Urban region
Boundaries of of physical regions are set by physical features such as ______________, ____________, or ____________.
climate, natural resources, or landforms
What is another way technology has linked people in regions around the world?
People are able to use technology to communicate with other people around the world.
What word refers to county regions?
Rural
Why do people sometimes divide places into regions?
It makes it easier to study and compare places around the world.