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What is the central idea of metageography?
What is the central idea of metageography?
- The culturally and locationally influenced perceptions of geographical concepts. (correct)
- The precise mathematical calculations used to determine geographic locations.
- The use of advanced technology in mapping and geographical representation.
- The scientific study of landforms and their evolution.
Which of the following factors primarily shapes metageographical notions?
Which of the following factors primarily shapes metageographical notions?
- Objective measurements of distance and direction.
- Universal geographic constants and laws.
- Cultural background and geographical position. (correct)
- Technological advancements in cartography.
Considering metageography, if a person in Japan refers to North America as being in 'the West', how would someone in California likely perceive Japan geographically?
Considering metageography, if a person in Japan refers to North America as being in 'the West', how would someone in California likely perceive Japan geographically?
- In 'the East', as their frame of reference is different. (correct)
- In 'the North', because of Japan's latitude relative to California.
- Also in 'the West', due to consistent global positioning.
- Neither 'East' nor 'West', as these are outdated terms.
Martin Lewis coined the term 'metageography' to describe:
Martin Lewis coined the term 'metageography' to describe:
Imagine two people discussing the 'Far East'. One is in London and the other is in Tokyo. According to metageographical principles, what is the MOST likely difference in their understanding of 'Far East'?
Imagine two people discussing the 'Far East'. One is in London and the other is in Tokyo. According to metageographical principles, what is the MOST likely difference in their understanding of 'Far East'?
Flashcards
What is Metageography?
What is Metageography?
Culturally influenced ideas about geographic divisions like 'East' and 'West'.
What influences Metageography?
What influences Metageography?
Culture and location.
Asia's location based on perspective?
Asia's location based on perspective?
Perspective changes the relative direction.
Who coined the term 'Metageography'?
Who coined the term 'Metageography'?
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What does Metageography study?
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Study Notes
- Metageography describes how perceptions of geographical concepts like "East" and "West" are shaped more by culture and location than by pure geography
- Martin Lewis coined the term "metageography" in 1997
- The idea of Asia being "to the East" is common in the Americas
- From Asia, the Americas are "to the East"
- Metageography dictates that the perceived direction of continents depends on individual perspective and cultural background
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Metageography explores how geographical concepts are influenced by culture and location rather than just physical geography. The term was coined by Martin Lewis in 1997, highlighting that perspectives on the direction of continents, like Asia being 'to the East,' depend on individual and cultural backgrounds.
