Environment &
Resources
Land Use
Impact on
Environment
Population
Why People Move
100

In prehistoric times, what three things did people look for when they looked for a place to live?

A place with wild animals, plants and fresh water.

100

How do people who live in arctic regions mainly use the land? (Name two ways)

They use it as farmland or filled in for a shopping mall.

100

How can deforestation and oil spills reduce biodiversity?

It harms land and water which harms plants and animals.
100

What is the largest city in the world by population. 

What is Tokyo?

100

What is the difference between emigrate and immigrate?

Emigrate is to move from a location.  Immigrate is to move to or enter a new country.

200

When humans switched to farming, what did people look for when they settled in an area or region? 

A pasture for their livestock, fertile soil and sufficient water sources for farming.

200

What is industrialization?

The development of machine powered production and manufacturing.

200

What is pollution?

It is waste that is created by humans that make the air, soil or water unclean.

200

What is the world population today?

Over 8 billion people.

200

What are push factors that cause people to move?

To escape poverty (hunger), mistreatment, religious freedom, and war.

300

What developments have made people less dependent on their immediate environment?

Rapid transportation and technology (internet)

300

What is a suburb?

A residential area usually found on the edge of a city or large town.

300

What is an example of pollution that happens due to modern farming practices?

Chemicals like fertilizers and pesticides help produce more food, but can cause pollution to land and water harming the environment.

300

What is population density? 

The number of people per square mile.

300

What are pull factors that would cause people to migrate?

Good jobs, housing and religious freedom

400

What is the definition of a natural resource?

A useful material that is found in the environment.

400

Name four things people need to survive.

Food, water, clothing and shelter. (also air)

400

What are some solutions to protect resources and the environment?

Public transportation protects the air, in addition to cleaner energy sources like solar power and wind power.

400

What factors made people avoid certain areas resulting in low population density? (Name three)

Mountains, extreme temperatures, and to dry forr farming areas.

400

What are some challenges have urbanization in poor countries?

Too many people.  Unsafe housing, lack of jobs, poor schools, hospitals and other services.  Also, lack of clean water and sanitation.

500

What is the difference between a renewable resource and a nonrenewable resource?

Renewable resources can be replaced.  Nonrenewable resources cannot be replaced or it takes millions of years.

500

What is biodiversity?

The number of living things in an area or region.

500

What is an example of pollution spillover?

When pollution of air or water spreads to other areas. 

500

What factors drew people to an area resulting in higher population density?

Fertile soil, fresh water and mild climates

500

What are some challenges of urbanization in wealthy countries?

Suburban sprawl. Increased pollution and energy use.