2024 1st Sem Geography Exam Review
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Which statement accurately describes the Columbian Exchange?

  • It was the exchange of art and literature between Europe and Africa.
  • It was a movement of people migrating from the Americas to Europe.
  • It refers to the trade of spices and textiles between Asia and the Americas.
  • It involved the exchange of diseases, ideas, food, crops, and populations between the New World and the Old World. (correct)
  • What is a characteristic of an autocracy?

  • Multiple individuals share power and make decisions collaboratively.
  • A single person holds absolute power and rules without consent. (correct)
  • The government is run by religious leaders who are seen as divine.
  • Suppreme authority is handed down through hereditary succession.
  • What are commonly recognized as push factors for migration?

  • Job opportunities and educational prospects.
  • Political unrest or religious persecution. (correct)
  • Safe living conditions and political stability.
  • Cultural attractions and community connections.
  • Which of these accurately describes the hierarchy of state land division in Texas?

    <p>State, district, county, and then precinct.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which two characteristics are common among ethnic groups?

    <p>Language and religion.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason the U.S. and Canada are considered as one region?

    <p>Similar historical development and cultures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What occurs at convergent boundaries?

    <p>One plate moves under another</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor has the largest impact on the landscape of the Arctic and sub-Arctic regions?

    <p>Glacial erosion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What describes a temperate climate zone?

    <p>Four distinct seasons with year-round rainfall distribution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characteristic defines the Northern Hemisphere?

    <p>Contains more land than water</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which condition is likely to be expected after a hurricane?

    <p>Loss of natural wetlands</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary effect of El Nino on public health?

    <p>Causes disease outbreaks and malnutrition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a significant characteristic of the leeward side of an island?

    <p>Dry, descending air creating a rain shadow</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    2024 1st Semester Exam Review

    • U.S. and Canada as a Region: The U.S. and Canada are considered a single region due to similar historical development, cultures, and a shared landmass.
    • Plate Boundaries:
    • Transform boundaries: Plates slide past each other.
    • Convergent boundaries: One plate moves under another.
    • Divergent boundaries: Plates move apart, creating new crust.
    • Arctic and Subarctic Landscape: Glacial erosion is the primary factor shaping the Arctic and sub-Arctic landscape.
    • Volcanoes: Volcanoes are a global tectonic force.
    • Subtropical Zones: These regions experience warm, dry summers and mild winters with moderate to high rainfall.
    • Temperate Zones: Characterized by four distinct seasons and year-round rainfall; deciduous forests are common.
    • Tropical Zones: These zones have consistent warm temperatures, high humidity, abundant rainfall, and a diverse range of plant and animal life.
    • Northern Hemisphere: Contains more land than water; includes continents like Europe and North America, as well as the Tropic of Cancer.
    • Southern Hemisphere: Contains more water than land; includes Australia and Antarctica, as well as the Tropic of Capricorn.
    • Panama Canal: Built in the early 1900s, the Panama Canal became a significant industrial center.
    • Natural Disaster Impacts: Hurricanes, flooding, and tsunamis result in property destruction, loss of life, disease outbreaks, and malnutrition.
    • Volcanic Eruptions: Erupting volcanoes can lead to breathing difficulties.
    • Population Density: Determined by dividing the population in an area by its square footage.
    • Island Geography:
    • Leeward side: Experiences a rain shadow, resulting in dry, descending air.
    • Westward side: Receives more precipitation, water vapor, and vegetation.
    • Latitude and Climate: Lower latitudes tend to be warmer, while higher latitudes are cooler.

    Cultural and Historical Influences

    • Language Influence: French as an official language in parts of Africa, and Portuguese in Brazil, demonstrate the cultural influence of European colonization.

    • Geographic Locations: The Rocky Mountains, Cascade Mountains, Great Smoky Mountains, and Grand Teton mountains are mentioned.

    • Columbian Exchange Impact: The exchange of diseases, ideas, food, crops, and populations between the Old World and New World, following Christopher Columbus's voyages, is a significant historical event causing an impact on the Americas.

    • Colonial Heritage Effects: Spanish colonization left lasting impacts on Latin America, particularly in language and religion.

    • Governance Systems:

    • Democracy: Leaders rule with citizen consent.

    • Autocracy: One person holds unlimited power.

    • Theocracy: Rule is divinely inspired.

    • Monarchy: Hereditary ruler holds supreme power.

    • State Land Division in Texas: State, district, county, and precinct are layers of state land division in Texas.

    • Economic Systems:

    • Individuals and society control the distribution of goods and services.

    • Capitalism and the cottage industry govern distribution.

    • Ethnic Diversity Factors: Language and religion are commonly associated with ethnic groups.

    • Reasons for Migration: Push factors are related to issues like political unrest or religious persecution; pull factors are advantages in the new location, like freedom of speech or worship.

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    Prepare for your 2024 1st Semester Geography Exam with this comprehensive review. Covering key topics such as the U.S. and Canada as a region, plate boundaries, and various global landscapes, this quiz will help reinforce your understanding of geographical concepts. Ensure you're ready to tackle questions on different climatic zones and tectonic forces.

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