Geography and Natural Resources Overview
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What is geography primarily concerned with?

  • Both the physical features of the earth and human activity (correct)
  • The study of human-made structures only
  • The analysis of economic systems
  • Only the distribution of populations

    • What distinguishes physical features from human features?

  • Physical features are man-made, while human features are natural.
  • Physical features are natural formations, while human features are man-made. (correct)
  • Human features only include climate characteristics.
  • Only human features can be visually observed on maps.

    • What role did the Atlantic Ocean play for colonists?

  • It was primarily used for agriculture.
  • It was used exclusively for navigation purposes.
  • It acted solely as a barrier to settlement.
  • It served as a significant resource for fishing and trade. (correct)

    • Which river forms the northern border of Kentucky?

    <p>Ohio River (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is absolute location defined?

    <p>The exact coordinates on a map (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the Cumberland Gap known for?

    <p>A passageway in the Appalachian Mountains that facilitated westward expansion (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following defines 'diversity'?

    <p>A great deal of variety and difference (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterized the Middle Colonies in terms of cultural diversity?

    <p>They accepted immigrants from many different regions. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a geographical advantage of Boston?

    <p>Access to natural ports for trade. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did colonists adapt to their new environment?

    <p>By using natural resources available to them. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement best describes the impact of geography on agriculture in the New England colonies?

    <p>Rocky soil made farming difficult, limiting economic dependence on it. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does it mean to modify the environment as demonstrated by farmers?

    <p>To change the environment to enhance crop production. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Geography

    • Study of the Earth's physical features and atmosphere, including human activity and its impacts.
    • Encompasses population distribution, resource management, land use, and industries.
    • Examines the natural environment (landforms, water bodies, climate, resources) and cultural aspects (human lifestyle).

    Natural Resources

    • Natural resources include elements found in nature used to produce goods and services.
    • Colonists relied on resources like forests for lumber, rivers for water, and minerals such as gold and silver for survival in the New World.

    Ohio River

    • Flows through Kentucky and into the Mississippi River.
    • Serves as the northern border of Kentucky.

    Mississippi River

    • The second largest river in the U.S., with its mouth emptying into the Gulf of Mexico.
    • Acts as a significant transportation route for trading goods.

    Atlantic Ocean

    • Located on the east coast of the U.S. and formed a border for the colonies.
    • A vital natural resource for colonists used for fishing, trade, and shipbuilding, sustaining the colonial economy.

    Pacific Ocean

    • The ocean situated off the west coast of the U.S. near California.
    • Known as the deepest ocean on Earth.

    Cumberland Gap

    • An opening in the Appalachian Mountains that facilitated westward expansion for settlers.
    • Significant for colonists, promoting movement and exploration.

    Vegetation

    • Refers to all plant life present in an environment.

    Compass

    • A navigational tool indicating directions: North, East, South, West.

    Human Features

    • Man-made characteristics that define a location, such as monuments, religious sites, and cultural landmarks like the Statue of Liberty in New York City.

    Physical Features

    • Characteristics of the natural environment, including landforms (e.g., mountains, canyons) and climate elements.

    Absolute Location

    • The precise geographic coordinates of a place, determined using latitude and longitude.

    Diversity

    • Refers to a wide variety of cultural elements in a population; the Middle Colonies were notably diverse due to their acceptance of various immigrants.

    Geographic Advantage

    • Positive relationships between people and their environment, such as Boston's access to natural ports that facilitated trade and shipbuilding.

    Appalachian Mountains

    • The second largest mountain range in the U.S., located on the east coast; it formed the western border of the original 13 colonies.

    Adaptation

    • The process of adjusting to one's environment by utilizing available natural resources. Colonists adapted through resource management for survival.

    Modification

    • Involves changing the environment to suit needs; Farmers modify their land to improve crop production, and colonies built settlements to establish communities.

    Impact

    • Strong effects of geography on colonists’ livelihoods; rocky soil in New England limited dependency on agriculture, influencing economic development.

    Culture

    • Encompasses the shared practices, beliefs, and social norms of a group, significantly shaped by geographic and environmental factors.

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