Geography Concepts and Classification Quiz
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What is the primary difference between an ocean and a sea in terms of geographical features?

  • Oceans are larger bodies of saltwater partially enclosed by land, while seas are smaller bodies of saltwater enclosed by continents. (correct)
  • Oceans and seas have no geographical differences, and the terms are used interchangeably.
  • Oceans are smaller bodies of saltwater enclosed by continents, while seas are larger bodies of saltwater partially enclosed by land.
  • Oceans are larger bodies of saltwater enclosed by continents, while seas are smaller bodies of saltwater partially enclosed by land.

    • Which of the following provides the most accurate way to locate places and features on Earth's surface?

  • Using the names of continents and oceans.
  • Using the names of bays and gulfs.
  • Using lines of latitude and longitude. (correct)
  • Using the names of islands and rivers.

    • Which concept is not correctly matched with its description?

  • Peninsula: a piece of land almost surrounded by water.
  • Continent: a large, continuous mass of land extending under the sea. (correct)
  • Archipelago: a group of islands.
  • Isthmus: a narrow strip of land connecting two larger landmasses.

    • What is the primary purpose of a geographic coordinate system?

    <p>To establish a common language for the exchange of geographic information.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is not a true statement about the Earth's hemispheres?

    <p>The International Date Line is identical to the prime meridian.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary difference between a river and a lake in terms of water flow?

    <p>A river is a body of water that flows in one direction, while a lake is a body of water that does not flow.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is the most accurate estimation of the proportion of landmasses to water bodies on Earth's surface?

    <p>Approximately 25% landmasses and 75% water bodies.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which geographical feature exhibits a series of descending steps or terraces leading to a base level?

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

    Which of these water bodies provides the most accurate description of a large inland body of salt water that is connected to the ocean?

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

    Which concept is described by a 3-dimensional curved surface that divides Earth into northern and southern hemispheres?

    <p>Great Circle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which landform is characterized by a narrow strip of land that connects two larger landmasses?

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

    Which mathematical skill provides the most accurate estimation of the proportion of landmasses to water bodies on Earth's surface?

    <p>Area calculation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these water bodies is a large body of salt water that is typically smaller than an ocean and partly enclosed by land?

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

    Which landform is a large, continuous expanse of land that is not surrounded by water on all sides?

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

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