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Which of the following is NOT listed as a way climate affects the life of a population?
Which of the following is NOT listed as a way climate affects the life of a population?
Geography solely focuses on physical landforms and does not consider human activities.
Geography solely focuses on physical landforms and does not consider human activities.
False
Name one career related to Geography.
Name one career related to Geography.
Land Surveyor
One impact of tourism on coastal areas is increased __________.
One impact of tourism on coastal areas is increased __________.
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Match the career in Geography in column A with the job description in column B.
Match the career in Geography in column A with the job description in column B.
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Which of the following is NOT a skill learned in geography?
Which of the following is NOT a skill learned in geography?
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Geography plays no role in understanding climate change.
Geography plays no role in understanding climate change.
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Name one way geography helps us interact with the environment.
Name one way geography helps us interact with the environment.
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Geography teaches us to use resources in a s _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ manner.
Geography teaches us to use resources in a s _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ manner.
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Match the following hazards with their types:
Match the following hazards with their types:
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Which career is NOT commonly associated with geography?
Which career is NOT commonly associated with geography?
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Understanding geophysical hazards is an essential aspect of geography.
Understanding geophysical hazards is an essential aspect of geography.
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List one natural resource that geography teaches us about.
List one natural resource that geography teaches us about.
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What is the primary role of a GIS analyst?
What is the primary role of a GIS analyst?
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A cartographer is a person who studies the dynamics of space.
A cartographer is a person who studies the dynamics of space.
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Who determines the boundaries and heights of land?
Who determines the boundaries and heights of land?
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An _____ is a person who cultivates the land.
An _____ is a person who cultivates the land.
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Match the following occupations with their responsibilities:
Match the following occupations with their responsibilities:
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Which of the following professions focuses on creating plans used for constructing buildings?
Which of the following professions focuses on creating plans used for constructing buildings?
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A soldier is someone who serves in the navy.
A soldier is someone who serves in the navy.
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What does a geologist study?
What does a geologist study?
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Study Notes
Importance of Geography
- Geography is a dynamic and relevant subject, teaching about communities, countries, the physical environment, and daily activities.
- Geography helps understand interactions with the environment: protecting resources, using them responsibly, and understanding how human actions impact the environment.
- Geography explores natural hazards, including geophysical hazards (volcanoes, earthquakes), meteorological hazards (hurricanes), and hydrological hazards (floods).
- Geography examines how climate affects populations, influencing elements like housing and lifestyles.
- Geography involves geographical enquiry and field work, developing research and data analysis skills, and utilizing the scientific method.
- Activities like mining, agriculture, and tourism can impact the environment.
- Geography provides a framework for understanding these impacts.
Careers in Geography
- Careers related to geography include
- Land surveyor: determining land boundaries and heights
- Soldier: a role within the armed forces. Could be part of national park or other protected area management.
- Astronomer: studying celestial bodies like stars, planets, and asteroids.
- Cartographer: creating maps and spatial data visualization
- Hydrologist: studying the dynamic nature of water.
- Archaeologist: studies ancient civilizations.
- Architect: designs and oversees construction of buildings.
- Farmer: cultivates land.
- GIS Analyst: interprets spatial data using software.
- Post Office employee: a diverse job with geographic elements.
- Oceanographer: studies chemical and biological features of the ocean.
- Personnel in other branches of government, that need to identify land contours, and the related resources.
Geography Objectives
- State three reasons why geography is important.
- Identify and describe three careers in geography.
- Discuss the importance of geography in these careers.
Geography Challenge Examples
- Geography Challenge 1: Students state one country/region and explain how its location affects its climate. (This is an example of a challenge assignment.)
- Geography Challenge 2: Students choose a climate zone and explain why they would or would not want to live there. (This is an example of a challenge assignment.)
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This quiz explores the dynamic subject of Geography, covering its relevance to communities, environmental interactions, and natural hazards. It emphasizes the importance of geographical enquiry and the impact of human activities on the environment. Additionally, various careers related to geography are discussed, highlighting the practical applications of this field.
