Geopolitical Disputes Over Natural Resources Quiz
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What defines the boundaries of vernacular regions?

  • Loosely defined perceptions (correct)
  • Formally agreed-upon criteria
  • Statistical data
  • Geographical features
  • Why might different individuals have varying opinions about the boundaries of vernacular regions?

  • Due to detailed maps available for reference
  • Based on their own perceptions (correct)
  • Because of formally agreed-upon criteria
  • As a result of geographical features
  • Which term is used to describe the region where Kentucky is located?

  • Middle East
  • Appalachia (correct)
  • Rust Belt
  • Sun Belt
  • Why might the perception of whether Kentucky belongs in the Midwest or South vary?

    <p>As a result of individual perception</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main factor that determines the limit of a vernacular area?

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

    How can a state like Kentucky be used for comparison purposes?

    <p>By looking at its population statistics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can cause political disputes in adjacent areas according to the text?

    <p>Existence of valuable natural or cultural resources within the geographic features</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did the Neolithic mummy found in 3300 B.C.E. lead to tension between Italy and Switzerland?

    <p>It was found within the border of Italy but taken to Switzerland</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What defines the boundaries of a functional region?

    <p>Practical function within a given area</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which situation would lead to the end of a functional region?

    <p>Bankruptcy of a service provider defining the region</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an example of a functional region mentioned in the text?

    <p>A newspaper service delivery area</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do shopping malls and business service areas function as functional regions?

    <p>By defining limits of the area for service provision</p> Signup and view all the answers

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