Question 1

The physical environment is influenced by the ways in which human societies value and use Earth's physical features and processes. This statement best describes which of the following six essential elements of geography as outlined by the National Geographic Society?  ​
A)The World in Spatial Terms
B)Human Systems
C)Environment and Society
D)Physical Systems
E)Place and Regions

Accepted Answer

The statement directly relates to the interaction between the environment and society, highlighting how human values and uses of Earth's physical features and processes impact the physical environment. This is the core focus of the "Environment and Society" element of geography, which examines the relationships between human societies and the physical world.

Question 2

Mathematical applications that minimize the distortion caused by rendering a sphere on a flat surface are called map __________. ​

Accepted Answer

The answer of Mathematical applications that minimize the distortion caused...

Question 3

A(n)__________ region is a region that popularly exists in people's minds but has no definitive boundaries. ​

Accepted Answer

The answer of A(n)__________ region is a region that popularly...

Question 4

Another word for lines of latitude is __________. ​

Accepted Answer

The answer of Another word for lines of latitude is...

Question 5

The coordinate 47° 39' 56'' N, 81° 3' 28" E would be located in the _____.  ​
A)Northern hemisphere mid-latitudes
B)Northern hemisphere low latitudes
C)Northern hemisphere high latitudes
D)Southern hemisphere mid-latitudes
E)Southern hemisphere low latitudes

Accepted Answer

The coordinate is in the Northern hemisphere because of the "N" designation, and it is in the mid-latitudes because it is between 30° and 60° north.

Question 6

A(n)__________ region is a spatial unit characterized by a central focus on some kind of activity, typically economic. ​

Accepted Answer

The answer of A(n)__________ region is a spatial unit characterized...

Question 7

The science of acquiring information about Earth's surface without being in direct contact with it is called __________ __________. ​

Accepted Answer

The answer of The science of acquiring information about Earth's...

Question 8

Match between columns
                        Premises: 23.44 degrees north

Accepted Answer

The Answer of Antarctic Circle and Arctic Circle and Tropic is...

Question 9

Match between columns
                        Premises: 9.65.56 degrees north

Accepted Answer

The Answer of Antarctic Circle and Arctic Circle and Tropic is...

Question 10

Lines of longitude may also be called __________. ​

Accepted Answer

The answer of Lines of longitude may also be called...

Question 11

Geography knowledge enables people to understand the relationships among people, places, and environments over time. This statement best describes which of the following six essential elements of geography as outlined by the National Geographic Society.  ​
A)The World in Spatial Terms
B)Human Systems
C)Environment and Society
D)Physical Systems
E)Uses of Geography

Accepted Answer

The answer of Geography knowledge enables people to understand the...

Question 12

Match between columns
                        Premises: 23.44 degrees south

Accepted Answer

The Answer of Tropic of Cancer and Tropic of Capricorn is...

Question 13

The science of making maps is called __________. ​

Accepted Answer

The answer of The science of making maps is called...

Question 14

Why is the concept of regions in geography useable? ​
A)All regions are countries.
B)All regions are very large.
C)It allows for an exact study of a specific area for a specific purpose.
D)It is the only way computers can be used with geographic data and follow political  lines.
E)Regions are another name for the seven continents.

Accepted Answer

Regions in geography allow for focused study on specific areas with particular characteristics or purposes, facilitating detailed analysis and understanding beyond broad or overly generalized examinations. This concept is not limited by size, political boundaries, or synonymous with countries or continents.

Question 15

The need for geographic features shown on maps to be represented by symbols, such as lines, fills, shapes, colors, and type is called __________. ​

Accepted Answer

The answer of The need for geographic features shown on...

Question 16

Match between columns
                        Premises: zero degrees

Accepted Answer

The Answer of Tropic of Cancer and Tropic of Capricorn is...

Question 17

Match between columns
                        Premises: 65.56 degrees south

Accepted Answer

The Answer of Equator and Tropic of Cancer and Antarctic is...

Question 18

Coordinate systems are used to determine __________ location, which refers to a point on Earth's surface. ​

Accepted Answer

The answer of Coordinate systems are used to determine __________...

Question 19

A(n)__________ region is one in which all of the population shares a defining trait or set of traits.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A(n)__________ region is one in which all...

Question 20

A system of values, beliefs, and attitudes that shape and influence behavior is called a(n)_____. ​
A)model
B)vernacular
C)place
D)location
E)culture

Accepted Answer

Culture is the correct term for a system of values, beliefs, and attitudes that shape and influence behavior. It encompasses the customs, practices, languages, and symbols that are shared among members of a society and passed from one generation to the next.

Quiz 1: Objectives and Tools of World Regional Geography

The physical environment is influenced by the ways in which human societies value and use Earth's physical features and processes. This statement best describes which of the following six essential elements of geography as outlined by the National Geographic Society?

Mathematical applications that minimize the distortion caused by rendering a sphere on a flat surface are called map __________.

A(n)__________ region is a region that popularly exists in people's minds but has no definitive boundaries.

Another word for lines of latitude is __________.

The coordinate 47° 39' 56'' N, 81° 3' 28" E would be located in the _____.

A(n)__________ region is a spatial unit characterized by a central focus on some kind of activity, typically economic.

The science of acquiring information about Earth's surface without being in direct contact with it is called .

Lines of Latitude - match the terms to their coordinates

Lines of Latitude - match the terms to their coordinates

Lines of longitude may also be called __________.

Geography knowledge enables people to understand the relationships among people, places, and environments over time. This statement best describes which of the following six essential elements of geography as outlined by the National Geographic Society.

Lines of Latitude - match the terms to their coordinates

The science of making maps is called __________.

Why is the concept of regions in geography useable?

The need for geographic features shown on maps to be represented by symbols, such as lines, fills, shapes, colors, and type is called __________.

Lines of Latitude - match the terms to their coordinates

Lines of Latitude - match the terms to their coordinates

Coordinate systems are used to determine __________ location, which refers to a point on Earth's surface.

A(n)__________ region is one in which all of the population shares a defining trait or set of traits.

A system of values, beliefs, and attitudes that shape and influence behavior is called a(n) _____.

Quiz 1: Objectives and Tools of World Regional Geography

The physical environment is influenced by the ways in which human societies value and use Earth's physical features and processes. This statement best describes which of the following six essential elements of geography as outlined by the National Geographic Society? ​

Mathematical applications that minimize the distortion caused by rendering a sphere on a flat surface are called map __________. ​

A(n)__________ region is a region that popularly exists in people's minds but has no definitive boundaries. ​

Another word for lines of latitude is __________. ​

The coordinate 47° 39' 56'' N, 81° 3' 28" E would be located in the _____. ​

A(n)__________ region is a spatial unit characterized by a central focus on some kind of activity, typically economic. ​

The science of acquiring information about Earth's surface without being in direct contact with it is called __________ __________. ​

Lines of Latitude - match the terms to their coordinates

Lines of Latitude - match the terms to their coordinates

Lines of longitude may also be called __________. ​

Geography knowledge enables people to understand the relationships among people, places, and environments over time. This statement best describes which of the following six essential elements of geography as outlined by the National Geographic Society. ​

Lines of Latitude - match the terms to their coordinates

The science of making maps is called __________. ​

Why is the concept of regions in geography useable? ​

The need for geographic features shown on maps to be represented by symbols, such as lines, fills, shapes, colors, and type is called __________. ​

Lines of Latitude - match the terms to their coordinates

Lines of Latitude - match the terms to their coordinates

Coordinate systems are used to determine __________ location, which refers to a point on Earth's surface. ​

A(n)__________ region is one in which all of the population shares a defining trait or set of traits.

A system of values, beliefs, and attitudes that shape and influence behavior is called a(n) _____. ​

The physical environment is influenced by the ways in which human societies value and use Earth's physical features and processes. This statement best describes which of the following six essential elements of geography as outlined by the National Geographic Society?

Mathematical applications that minimize the distortion caused by rendering a sphere on a flat surface are called map __________.

A(n)__________ region is a region that popularly exists in people's minds but has no definitive boundaries.

Another word for lines of latitude is __________.

The coordinate 47° 39' 56'' N, 81° 3' 28" E would be located in the _____.

A(n)__________ region is a spatial unit characterized by a central focus on some kind of activity, typically economic.

The science of acquiring information about Earth's surface without being in direct contact with it is called .

Lines of longitude may also be called __________.

Geography knowledge enables people to understand the relationships among people, places, and environments over time. This statement best describes which of the following six essential elements of geography as outlined by the National Geographic Society.

The science of making maps is called __________.

Why is the concept of regions in geography useable?

The need for geographic features shown on maps to be represented by symbols, such as lines, fills, shapes, colors, and type is called __________.

Coordinate systems are used to determine __________ location, which refers to a point on Earth's surface.

A system of values, beliefs, and attitudes that shape and influence behavior is called a(n) _____.