Geographical Adventure
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Which Greek words make up the term 'geography'?

  • Geo and Graph
  • Geo and Graphia (correct)
  • Geo and Graphos
  • Geo and Graphien
  • What does geography seek to understand?

  • The location of objects
  • The size of objects
  • The origins of objects
  • The changes in objects (correct)
  • What is geography considered to be?

  • A social science discipline
  • An art form
  • A natural science discipline
  • A bridge between natural and social science disciplines (correct)
  • Who was the Greek scholar credited with the first recorded use of the word 'geography'?

    <p>Eratosthenes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How far back do the concepts of geography date?

    <p>To the 9th century</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which field of science is devoted to the study of the lands, features, inhabitants, and phenomena of Earth?

    <p>Geography</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the literal meaning of the term 'geography'?

    <p>Earth description</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is geography often referred to as?

    <p>A bridge between social and natural sciences</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which discipline can apply many concepts of geography to other celestial bodies?

    <p>Planetary science</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When was the earliest attempt to create a world map?

    <p>9th century BC</p> Signup and view all the answers

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