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Which of the following is a feature commonly found in a Middle Eastern mosque?
Which of the following is a feature commonly found in a Middle Eastern mosque?
Judaism, Christianity, and Islam originated in the Middle East and share many common traits.
Judaism, Christianity, and Islam originated in the Middle East and share many common traits.
True
Identify two major rivers in the Middle East.
Identify two major rivers in the Middle East.
Tigris and Euphrates
The largest desert in Africa is the ________ Desert.
The largest desert in Africa is the ________ Desert.
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Match the bodies of water to their geographical significance:
Match the bodies of water to their geographical significance:
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What does OPEC stand for?
What does OPEC stand for?
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All nations in the United Kingdom share the same currency.
All nations in the United Kingdom share the same currency.
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What are the three levels of economic activities?
What are the three levels of economic activities?
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Which of the following countries is NOT located in Africa?
Which of the following countries is NOT located in Africa?
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The __________ Mountains are known for their height and cultural significance in Asia.
The __________ Mountains are known for their height and cultural significance in Asia.
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What term describes a sudden overthrow of a government?
What term describes a sudden overthrow of a government?
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The European Union was established to increase trade rivalries among European nations.
The European Union was established to increase trade rivalries among European nations.
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Tropical climates are characterized by warm temperatures and high precipitation throughout the year.
Tropical climates are characterized by warm temperatures and high precipitation throughout the year.
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Which of the following regions is known for significant urbanization?
Which of the following regions is known for significant urbanization?
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Name one key factor that contributes to the mild climate in Western Europe despite its high latitude.
Name one key factor that contributes to the mild climate in Western Europe despite its high latitude.
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In 1884, European nations met in Berlin to set guidelines for the colonization of _______.
In 1884, European nations met in Berlin to set guidelines for the colonization of _______.
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What is the primary religion that believes in a single God and includes practices like prayer and fasting?
What is the primary religion that believes in a single God and includes practices like prayer and fasting?
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Match the main European nations with the regions they predominantly colonized in Africa:
Match the main European nations with the regions they predominantly colonized in Africa:
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The process of making a country more urbanized is called __________.
The process of making a country more urbanized is called __________.
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Match the following terms with their correct definitions:
Match the following terms with their correct definitions:
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Which of the following was a consequence of the apartheid policy in South Africa?
Which of the following was a consequence of the apartheid policy in South Africa?
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Subsistence farming is one of the two main methods of farming in Africa.
Subsistence farming is one of the two main methods of farming in Africa.
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Which of the following is a characteristic of shifting agriculture?
Which of the following is a characteristic of shifting agriculture?
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The Euro is the currency used by all countries in the European Union.
The Euro is the currency used by all countries in the European Union.
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What was a primary reason European nations colonized Africa during the late 19th century?
What was a primary reason European nations colonized Africa during the late 19th century?
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The geographical region where commercial farming is primarily practiced in Africa is _______.
The geographical region where commercial farming is primarily practiced in Africa is _______.
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What is the significance of the Prime Meridian in geography?
What is the significance of the Prime Meridian in geography?
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People who are forced to leave their country due to war or persecution are called __________.
People who are forced to leave their country due to war or persecution are called __________.
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What effect did the North Atlantic Drift have on Western Europe's climate?
What effect did the North Atlantic Drift have on Western Europe's climate?
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What term refers to countries that are entirely surrounded by land?
What term refers to countries that are entirely surrounded by land?
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Study Notes
Geography Final Exam Study Guide
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Important Terms (various): Students are expected to apply these terms to learned concepts. Definitions alone are not sufficient. Terms include: leaching, desertification, shifting agriculture, refugee, animism, rift valley, escarpment, archipelago, genocide, isthmus, peninsula, landlocked, navigable, ocean currents, North Atlantic Drift, and Gulf Stream. Additional terms are present in the document.
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Key Geographical Concepts: The guide emphasizes understanding the characteristics of various countries, cultures, and regions studied throughout the semester. This includes locating countries of Western Europe, Eastern Europe, Central and Southwest Asia, the Middle East, and South Asia, as well as countries in Africa (a list is provided).
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Developing and Developed Nations: A key focus is on understanding the characteristics of developing and developed nations/regions.
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Physical Geography: The document emphasizes the study of Earth's physical geography, environments, and map interpretation skills, focusing on using coordinates and reading special purpose maps.
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Written Response Questions: Students must prepare written responses to two of four potential questions from a provided list, emphasizing thoroughness and accuracy for maximum credit.
- Questions cover topics like climate in Western Europe, the European Union's economic impact, the colonization of Africa, farming methods in Africa, the policy of apartheid in South Africa, Middle Eastern mosque characteristics, and shared elements of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.
- Additional questions deal with Middle Eastern geopolitical significance, OPEC, major world religions, European regional variations, post-colonial African challenges, and comparisons between religions/nations.
- Questions relating to the differentiation of developed/developing nations, levels of economic activities, and map components are also listed.
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Important Physical & Political Features: A list of rivers, lakes/seas, landforms (mountains, etc.), deserts, and notable cities/regions is included in the document.
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Prepare for your Geography final exam with this comprehensive study guide. It covers important terms, geographical concepts, and the characteristics of both developing and developed nations. Dive into physical geography and understand the features of various countries and cultures encountered throughout the semester.
