Social Studies Exam: Geography & History

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According to the population density map of Spain, which region generally has a population density of 550 or more inhabitants per square kilometer?

  • The northern coast.
  • The Pyrenees mountains.
  • The region surrounding Madrid. (correct)
  • The interior plateau.

Based on the provided text about tourism in Spain, what is a key differentiating factor between residential tourism and temporary tourism?

  • Temporary tourism primarily involves longer stays than residential tourism.
  • Residential tourism establishes permanent or semi-permanent residence, while temporary tourism involves shorter visits. (correct)
  • Temporary tourism focuses on rural areas, while residential tourism centers on coastal regions.
  • Residential tourism is exclusively concentrated in the northern provinces.

According to the Instituto Nacional de Estadística, the text suggests that the tourism industry in specific locations is expected to grow. Which locations are explicitly mentioned as examples?

  • The Balearic and Canary Islands, as well as Madrid and Álava. (correct)
  • The Mediterranean coast and the Pyrenees.
  • Only the Balearic and Canary Islands.
  • Only Madrid and Álava.

In the context of the provided news headlines, which institution is most likely to handle new requirements for obtaining a transport operator's license?

<p>The Tribunal. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Given the news headline 'Luis de Guindos, the key minister before Brussels', which institution is most likely involved?

<p>The Government. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The text references several historical events. Which of these events occurred most recently?

<p>The Industrial Revolution. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Consider a map with a scale of 1:10,000,000. What does this scale indicate regarding the relationship between distances on the map and actual ground distances?

<p>1 cm on the map represents 100 km on the ground. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If the text mentions that tourism generates 'empleos' (jobs), to which broader economic sector does tourism primarily contribute?

<p>The tertiary sector, providing services. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Based on the context, if the text discusses the advantages and disadvantages of urban living, what is one potential 'inconveniente' (disadvantage) of residing in a large city?

<p>Higher cost of living compared to rural areas. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Assuming the map shows population density in Spain, deduce which province might have a lower population density based on being primarily mountainous and agricultural.

<p>Soria. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Population Density

Number of people living in a specific area (km²) in 2018.

Map Scale

Relates distances on a map to actual ground distances.

Rural Exodus

Movement of people to urban areas seeking work and better opportunities .

Service Sector

Industries providing services to customers.

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Chronological Order

Chronological order is arranging events in the order that they occurred.

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Study Notes

  • This document is a social studies exam for access to intermediate-level vocational training cycles
  • Resolution date: January 31, 2019, published in the Official Bulletin of Aragon on February 8, 2019
  • The exam focuses on Geography and History

Population Density Map of Spain (2018)

  • The map displays population density in persons per square kilometer
  • Density ranges are categorized as:
    • Less than 55
    • 55 to 280
    • 280 to 550
    • 550 or more

Questions About the Map (2.5 points)

  • What is the map about?
  • Identify the two provinces with the highest population density and their corresponding autonomous community
  • List four provinces with a population density of less than 55 inhabitants/km² and their autonomous communities
  • What is the population density range for Cádiz and Guipúzcoa?
  • The map scale is 1:10,000,000 - what does this mean?

Text Completion (2 points)

  • Complete the following text using the provided words: rural, jobs, visitors, Mediterranean, provinces, cities

Tourism Analysis (1 point)

  • The completed text discusses tourism
  • Identify the economic sector to which tourism belongs
  • Name two economic activities, other than tourism, that belong to the same sector

Matching Press Headlines to Institutions (1 point)

  • Match each press headline with the corresponding institution
  • Headlines include items about ministers, parliamentary matters and legal issues

Chronological Ordering (1 point)

  • Arrange the following events in chronological order, from oldest to most recent:
  • Industrial Revolution
  • Discovery of America
  • Neolithic Era
  • Pyramids of Egypt
  • Romanesque period

Essay Question (2.5 points)

  • Write a paragraph of approximately ten lines discussing the advantages and disadvantages of living in a large city

Instructions

  • The value of each question is indicated.

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