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What impact does geography have on the locations of major cities?
What impact does geography have on the locations of major cities?
- Cities are strategically located near mountain ranges.
- Cities are built on riverbanks for historical and water access reasons. (correct)
- Cities are situated far away from water sources to promote self-sustainability.
- Cities are located in deserts due to the availability of natural resources.
How have geographical features influenced conflicts in the Caucasus Mountains region?
How have geographical features influenced conflicts in the Caucasus Mountains region?
- The region's vast deserts have led to territorial disputes between countries.
- Poorly drawn borders have caused conflicts due to overlapping claims of different ethnic groups. (correct)
- The presence of dense forests has resulted in isolation and independence for various tribes.
- Highland plateaus have encouraged cooperation and peace among neighboring nations.
How does geography impact the formation of cultures according to the text?
How does geography impact the formation of cultures according to the text?
- Culture is solely influenced by political factors, not geography.
- Geography plays no role in the development of culture.
- Geography shapes how people interact with their environment and location. (correct)
- Geography only impacts major cities, not overall culture.
How does the number of light and dark hours in a day affect cultures in polar regions?
How does the number of light and dark hours in a day affect cultures in polar regions?
Which factor is highlighted as one of the most prominent in forming culture according to the text?
Which factor is highlighted as one of the most prominent in forming culture according to the text?
Why were civilizations along rivers like the Tigris, Euphrates, Yangtze, and Nile able to form the earliest societies?
Why were civilizations along rivers like the Tigris, Euphrates, Yangtze, and Nile able to form the earliest societies?
How did the Vietnam War illustrate the impact of topographical features on military history?
How did the Vietnam War illustrate the impact of topographical features on military history?
What role did geographical isolation play in the development of Easter Island's unique culture?
What role did geographical isolation play in the development of Easter Island's unique culture?
In what way does geography impact cultural norms as described in the text?
In what way does geography impact cultural norms as described in the text?
How does technology impact regions that are not technologically advanced?
How does technology impact regions that are not technologically advanced?
What advantage do regions with easy-to-navigate terrain and pleasant climates have?
What advantage do regions with easy-to-navigate terrain and pleasant climates have?
How has technology affected regions often put in the background?
How has technology affected regions often put in the background?
In what way does geography play a role in international travel?
In what way does geography play a role in international travel?
What is a significant benefit of being wealthier in terms of travel?
What is a significant benefit of being wealthier in terms of travel?
How does climate impact tourism?
How does climate impact tourism?
