Question 1

Despite the fact that the population of the Intermontane West is now highly urbanized and primary sector activities now employ few people in the region,conflicts over natural resources are still common.Explain some reasons for this trend.

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Question 2

Several different groups were involved in the early settlement of the Intermontane West.Using Zelinksky's principle of first effective settlement,make an argument for one of these groups having the most significant impact on the development and character of the region.

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Question 3

The mighty Columbia River forms the boundary between Washington and Oregon,but this river and its tributary,the Kootenay River,begin in ________.

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Question 4

NIMBY residents of the Intermontane West are concerned about population growth in the region,which may have impacts on ________.

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Question 5

One factor that has lead to population growth in the Intermontane West in recent years is ________.

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Question 6

The quaternary sector in the Intermontane has frequently been connected to ________ research.

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Question 7

Population growth caused by mining booms in the Intermontane resulted in populations that ________.

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Question 8

Why was mining such an important factor in the early settlement and population growth in the Intermontane West?

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Question 9

Compare the way that use of water is regulated in the Eastern United States in contrast to the dry Intermontane West.Be sure to explain why these different systems developed.

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Question 10

What will be the most important environmental issue facing the Intermontane West in the 21ˢᵗ century? Use what you know about current trends and the history of the region to support your argument.

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Quiz 13: Intermontane West