Geography Quiz

The word 'geography' comes from the Greek words 'Geo' (The Earth) and 'Graphien' (to describe), literally meaning 'earth description'.

Geography is defined as a field of science devoted to the study of the lands, features, inhabitants, and phenomena of Earth, seeking an understanding of Earth and its human and natural complexities.

Geography is an all-encompassing discipline that not only focuses on the location of objects, but also seeks to understand how they have changed and come to be, serving as a bridge between natural science and social science disciplines.

<p>The first recorded use of the word 'geography' was as a title of a book by Greek scholar Eratosthenes (276–194 BC).</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The earliest example of an attempted world map dates back to the 9th century.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The word 'Geography' is derived from the Greek words 'Geo' (The Earth) and 'Graphien' (to describe), literally meaning 'earth description'.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Geography is a field of science devoted to the study of the lands, features, inhabitants, and phenomena of Earth.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Geography is described as an all-encompassing discipline that seeks an understanding of Earth and its human and natural complexities—not merely where objects are, but also how they have changed and come to be.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The first recorded use of the word 'γεωγραφία' was as a title of a book by Greek scholar Eratosthenes (276–194 BC).</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Geography has been called 'a bridge between natural science and social science disciplines.'</p> Signup and view all the answers