World Geography and Map Completions Quiz

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As elevation increases, temperature _____.

  • fluctuates
  • decreases (correct)
  • increases
  • remains constant

When considering latitude, the closer one gets to the North or South (poles), the temperature ______.

  • stays the same
  • becomes unpredictable
  • colder (correct)
  • warmer

The borders of each of the states are examples of ____ borders, while the surrounding bodies of water are examples of ____ borders.

  • physical, geometric
  • geometric, physical
  • cultural, political
  • artificial/man-made, natural/physical (correct)

A population pyramid represents the structure of the population by gender and age at a given point in time within a country. According to the data on the population pyramids, _____ will experience a fast growth rate.

<p>Age group with more younger people than older people. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Using the map above, make a generalization about the population distribution in South America.

<p>Population density is highest in coastal areas (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for a location with high population density?

<p>Densely populated area (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which continent does the population density reach 300 people per square mile or more?

<p>Asian major cities (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for a location with low population density?

<p>Remote area (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If you lived in Australia or New Zealand, you would most likely live in a __ due to population density.

<p>Remote area (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which location on the map has the largest population in Indonesia?

<p>Java (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for a heavily populated island?

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In South America, which location on the map is the most densely populated?

<p>Coastal regions (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a positive effect of the global positioning system (GPS)?

<p>Safer travel and living conditions for humans and more accurate and efficient travel. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Elevation vs. Temperature

As elevation increases, temperature decreases.

Latitude and Temperature

Closer to the North or South poles, the temperature gets colder.

Types of Borders

Artificial borders are man-made, while natural borders are physical features.

Population Pyramid Interpretation

Predicts rapid growth if younger age groups are larger than older ones.

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South American Population Distribution

Population density is highest in coastal areas.

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Densely Populated Area

An area with a high concentration of people.

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High Population Density Continent

Asian cities like Tokyo and Mumbai.

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Remote Area

An area with a low concentration of people.

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Living in Australia or New Zealand

Due to population density, most people live in remote areas.

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Indonesia's Most Populous Location

Java has the largest population in Indonesia.

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Densely Populated Island

An island with a high concentration of people.

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South America's Density

Coastal regions are the most densely populated.

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Positive Effects of GPS

GPS allows for safer and more efficient travel, and improves overall living conditions.

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