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What percentage of the Amazon Rainforest has been cut down over the past 40 years?

20%

What is the highest mountain in the Americas and what is its height?

Aconcagua at 6,960 m.

Which two countries in Latin America have the highest proportion of Native populations?

Bolivia and Guatemala.

What geographic feature marks the eastern limit of Europe?

<p>The Ural Mountains.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the Gulf Stream affect the climate of Europe?

<p>It makes Europe's climate milder than it would normally be.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of climate is commonly found in the Mediterranean region?

<p>Mild and rainy in winter, hot and dry in summer.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many countries are currently part of the European Union?

<p>27 countries.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the Schengen Area?

<p>It operates as a single travel area eliminating internal border controls.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of South Africa's population has contracted the virus mentioned in the content?

<p>19%</p> Signup and view all the answers

What geological feature is created by the divergent tectonic plates in the Great Rift Valley?

<p>An important depression with geothermal activity and volcanoes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How much does the temperature drop for every 1000 meters gained in altitude in the lower layer of the atmosphere?

<p>6.5°C</p> Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of the world's population is located in Asia?

<p>59%</p> Signup and view all the answers

Name the five great religions that developed in Asia.

<p>Hinduism, Buddhism, Islam, Christianity, and Judaism.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the average annual rainfall threshold for an area to be classified as having a desert climate?

<p>Less than 250 mm of rain per year.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of the world's oil production comes from countries surrounding the Persian Gulf?

<p>40 to 50%</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the salinity percentage of the Dead Sea compared to ocean water?

<p>33% salt compared to 3.5% in ocean water.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did the Suez Canal change in terms of navigation?

<p>It eliminated the need for ships to travel around Africa, facilitating direct access between Asia and Europe.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which three major religions originated from the region that includes Jerusalem?

<p>Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.</p> Signup and view all the answers

When does the monsoon season typically start in Southern Asia?

<p>The monsoon season usually starts in June.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the Ganges River in Hinduism?

<p>The Ganges is considered the most sacred river in Hinduism.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the height of Mount Everest?

<p>Mount Everest stands at an altitude of 8849 meters.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is commonly referred to as the 'Father of the Nation' in India?

<p>Mahatma Gandhi.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Name one of the states in India that shares a border with Pakistan.

<p>Rajasthan, Punjab, or Kashmir.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many films did Bollywood produce in 2017?

<p>Bollywood produced approximately 375 films in 2017.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the Canadian Shield's contributions to the world's freshwater resources?

<p>The Canadian Shield is the greatest reservoir of freshwater on Earth, after frozen Antarctica.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the percentage of foreign-born individuals in Toronto's population as of 2021?

<p>In 2021, 47% of Toronto's population was born abroad.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which mountain range is first encountered when traveling west in Canada?

<p>The Rockies are the first major mountain range encountered when traveling west in Canada.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the four regional divisions used by the United States Census Bureau?

<p>The four divisions are Northeast, Midwest, South, and West.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does the eastern half of the USA have a higher population density than the western half?

<p>The eastern half has more inhabitants and is generally less arid than the western half.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What proportion of the Hispanic-American population has Mexican origins?

<p>64% of Hispanic-Americans have Mexican origins.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the United States' military expenditure compare to the rest of the world?

<p>The military expenditures of the USA represent 35 to 40% of the world total.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is 'Tornado Alley'?

<p>Tornado Alley refers to the area in the United States where tornadoes are most frequent.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many countries are currently part of the Schengen Area?

<p>26</p> Signup and view all the answers

What two main islands make up the British Isles?

<p>Ireland and Great Britain</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which river is considered the most important transportation axis in Europe?

<p>The Rhine River</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the North European Plain in Europe?

<p>It is the most productive farming and industrial region and the site of major battles during World Wars.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What major event in 1991 significantly changed Russia's political landscape?

<p>The collapse of communism and the split of the Soviet Union into 15 independent countries.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the two largest cities in Russia?

<p>Moscow and St. Petersburg</p> Signup and view all the answers

What recent conflict has heightened tensions between Ukraine and Russia since 2022?

<p>Russia's attempts to take control of the Donbas region.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many nations and official languages are estimated to exist within Russia's cultural diversity?

<p>280 nations and more than 110 official languages.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What meteorological conditions contribute to the high frequency of tornadoes in the central U.S.?

<p>Cold, dry air from Canada and the Rocky Mountains meets warm, moist air from the Gulf of Mexico.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Identify the region in the U.S. known for having the most active tornado occurrences.

<p>The region north of Texas, Oklahoma, and Kansas.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the dominant language spoken in Brazil and how does it differ from most other Latin American countries?

<p>The dominant language is Portuguese, while most other Latin American countries speak Spanish.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Name the three great Amerindian Empires that existed in Latin America and one key fact about each.

<p>The Mayans lived in the Yucatan Peninsula, the Aztecs ruled around Mexico City, and the Incas inhabited the Andes region.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What river holds the title of the world's largest, and where does it primarily flow?

<p>The Amazon River, which flows in the north of Brazil.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is unique about the Amazon Basin in terms of rainforest coverage?

<p>It comprises the largest and most species-rich tract of tropical rainforest in the world.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which Caribbean islands are part of the Greater Antilles?

<p>Cuba, Hispaniola (Haiti and the Dominican Republic), Puerto Rico, and Jamaica.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the MOM Basin drain, and why is it significant?

<p>The MOM Basin drains most of the United States' interior and serves as an important means of transportation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Canada (Northern America)

  • Canada was almost completely covered by glaciers 15,000 years ago.
  • Glaciers melted due to warming trends.
  • The Canadian Shield is the largest reservoir of freshwater on Earth (excluding Antarctica).
  • The Canadian Shield is rich in minerals and is highly eroded.
  • Major cities like Toronto, Montreal, and Vancouver are cosmopolitan (multiethnic).
  • In 2021, 47%, 24%, and 42% of Toronto, Montreal, and Vancouver's populations were born abroad, respectively.
  • The Canadian national average of foreign-born residents was 23% in 2021.
  • Quebec City's rate of foreign-born residents was 6.7% and was lowest compared to other major Canadian cities.
  • The Rockies are the first major mountain range in Western Canada.
  • The United States Census Bureau divides the US into four regions (Northeast, Midwest, South, and West).
  • The eastern half of the USA has higher population density than the western half.
  • Western US states, excluding Texas and California, are sparsely populated, drier, and higher in altitude.
  • The Hispanic population is growing in the Southern US states (California, Texas, Florida).
  • Hispanics are 19% of the US population (2021) and a large proportion are Mexican-origin.
  • The US has the largest economy and military expenditure globally. The US military expenditure accounts for 35-40% of the global total.

Latin America

  • Latin America is composed of South America and Middle America (Mexico, Central America, and the West Indies).
  • Most Latin American countries have Spanish as the dominant language, with Brazil being an exception.
  • The Greater Antilles are composed of four large Caribbean islands: Cuba, Hispaniola, Puerto Rico, and Jamaica.
  • The Mayan (approx. 300-900 CE), Aztec (approx. 1300-1500 CE), and Inca (approx. 1400-1530 CE) Empires ruled over certain parts of Latin America.
  • Mexico City (Tenochtitlan) was an important city.
  • Machu Picchu is a well-known Inca archeological site.
  • Brazil is the most culturally and economically influential South American state.
  • Brazil's population is approximately half of South America's total population.
  • The Amazon River is the worlds largest river. The annual average flow of the river at its mouth is 210,000 m³/s and is the 5th largest.

Europe

  • Europe extends from the Ural Mountains to the Caspian Sea, Caucasus Mountains, Black Sea, Bosporus Strait, Sea of Marmara, and the Dardanelles Strait.
  • The Gulf Stream moderates European climates.
  • The Mediterranean climate is mild and rainy in winter and hot and dry in summer.
  • There are 27 countries part of the European Union.
  • The Schengen Area facilitates international travel among its 26 member states.

Russia and Satellite Countries

  • Russia is the largest country in the world (17 million km²).
  • Russia has 11 time zones.
  • 20% of Russia's population are non-Russian.
  • The cultural diversity of Russia is substantial with over 110 official languages.
  • establishing and adjusting to democracy in post-communist Russia has been challenging.
  • Moscow is the capital of Russia and its largest city (17 million inhabitants)
  • St. Petersburg is the second largest city (5 million inhabitants).
  • Political tensions exist between Russia and Ukraine since 2014.

Africa

  • 80% of Africa is located between the tropics.
  • The Sahara Desert is as large as the continental United States.
  • The Sahara Desert isolated Sub-Saharan Africa.
  • The importance of rivers, oceans, and seas in isolating Africa.

South-West Asia / The Middle East

  • Asia contains 59% of the world's population.
  • The first civilizations and major religions emerged in this region.
  • The five major religions of Asia are Hinduism, Buddhism, Islam, Christianity, and Judaism.
  • The area is influenced by deserts, with 75% receiving less than 250 mm of rain annually.
  • Significant oil reserves and production occur in the region.

South Asia

  • The monsoon season affects southern South Asia (June-October).
  • The Ganges is the most sacred river for Hindus in South Asia.
  • The Himalayas are home to Mount Everest, the highest mountain in the world at 8,849 meters.
  • Nepal is home to many of the highest mountains.
  • India has a high population density of 1,150 inhabitants per km².
  • Many significant cities in India include Delhi, Mumbai, and Kolkata.

East Asia

  • China is the second most populous country in the world (1.41 billion).
  • China is divided into three major regions (western, eastern, and northeast).
  • Western China has deserts and mountains.
  • Eastern China has a relatively homogenous population of Han Chinese.
  • The Three Gorges Dam is a major engineering project.
  • China has a complex culture that includes many ethnic groups and languages.
  • China has a significant history including a great wall and significant religions.
  • Countries in East Asia include Taiwan and South Korea, which developed their economies.
  • Taiwan remained distinct from communist China.
  • North Korea and South Korea were divided after WW2 and are still divided today.
  • South Korea is an economic powerhouse, and Tokyo has a tremendous urban center.

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