World Geography Chapter 9 - Cultural Regions

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What is a cultural region?

A system of government in which power is divided.

A region distinguished by unique trends or features.

A region that only exists as a conceptualization.

An area in which a group of people share a similar culture and language. (correct)

What defines a functional region?

Area organized around a focal point.

What is a perceptual region?

A region that only exists as a conceptualization or an idea.

What does the term 'Middle East' refer to?

Geo-political designation of the area stretching from the eastern Mediterranean Sea to the western side of the Indian subcontinent. Signup and view all the answers

What is the Suez Canal?

A ship canal in northeastern Egypt linking the Red Sea with the Mediterranean Sea. Signup and view all the answers

What regions are included in Latin America?

Areas of the Americas influenced by the cultures of Spain, France, or Portugal. Signup and view all the answers

What is the Panama Canal?

A canal that crosses the isthmus of Panama connecting the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. Signup and view all the answers

Where is Sub-Saharan Africa located?

The region south of the Sahara Desert in Africa. Signup and view all the answers

What does Oceania consist of?

A large group of islands in the south Pacific. Signup and view all the answers

What is a region?

An area distinguished by a unique combination of trends or features. Signup and view all the answers

What is a federal system of government?

A system where power is divided between one central government and several regional governments. Signup and view all the answers

What is the European Union?

An international organization of European countries formed after World War II. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'tsar' mean?

The Russian term for ruler or king. Signup and view all the answers

What is the Commonwealth of Independent States?

An organization formed by former Soviet republics after the collapse of the USSR. Signup and view all the answers

What does USSR stand for?

United Soviet Socialist Republics. Signup and view all the answers

What is North Africa?

The northernmost region of Africa. Signup and view all the answers

Which countries are in East Asia?

China, Japan, North Korea, South Korea. Signup and view all the answers

What countries are part of South Asia?

India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nepal, Bhutan, Sri Lanka, and the Maldives. Signup and view all the answers

Which countries are found in Southeast Asia?

Vietnam, Thailand, Laos, Indonesia, Malaysia. Signup and view all the answers

What is notable about Russia?

It is the largest country in the world, with Moscow as its capital. Signup and view all the answers

What countries are included in North America?

Canada, USA, Mexico, Central America. Signup and view all the answers

What is Australia known for?

It is the smallest continent and the driest inhabited continent. Signup and view all the answers

What comprises New Zealand?

North Island and South Island and adjacent small islands in the South Pacific. Signup and view all the answers

What are the West Indies?

A region of the Caribbean Basin and North Atlantic Ocean. Signup and view all the answers

What is communism?

A theory or system of social organization based on common ownership of property. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Cultural Geography Concepts

Cultural Region: An area with shared culture and language among a group of people.
Functional Region: Defined by a central point and characterized by diminishing importance as distance increases; connected by transport, communication, or economic ties.
Perceptual Region: Conceptual areas that exist in perceptions rather than physical boundaries, such as "the South" in the U.S.

Significant Regions

Middle East: A geo-political area from the eastern Mediterranean Sea to the western Indian subcontinent, including Israel, Iran, Iraq, Saudi Arabia, and Egypt.
Sub-Saharan Africa: Region south of the Sahara Desert with rich mineral deposits but substantial undeveloped natural resources.
Oceania: A collection of islands in the South Pacific, including Melanesia, Micronesia, and Polynesia.
Latin America: Parts of the Americas influenced by Spanish, French, or Portuguese cultures.

Notable Canals

Suez Canal: Located in northeastern Egypt, linking the Red Sea with the Mediterranean Sea.
Panama Canal: Connects the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, built by the U.S. from 1904 to 1914.

Political and Economic Entities

European Union (EU): An organization of European countries aimed at reducing trade barriers and enhancing cooperation post-World War II.
Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS): Formed after the Soviet Union's collapse in 1991, created for collaboration among former Soviet republics.
USSR: United Soviet Socialist Republics, established post-World War I, centered on communist ideology.

Geographical Regions

North Africa: Comprises seven countries, including Algeria, Egypt, Libya, and Morocco.
East Asia: Includes China, Japan, North Korea, and South Korea.
South Asia: Encompasses India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nepal, Bhutan, Sri Lanka, and Maldives.
Southeast Asia: Known for Vietnam, Thailand, Laos, Indonesia, and Malaysia.
North America: Encompasses Canada, the U.S., Mexico, and Central America.
Australia: The smallest and driest inhabited continent, with Canberra as the capital.
New Zealand: Consists of North Island and South Island, located in the South Pacific.
West Indies: A Caribbean region comprising islands in the Antilles and Lucayan Archipelago.

Communism: A social organization theory advocating for communal property ownership, with actual ownership ascribed to the community or state.

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Explore the essential concepts of cultural and functional regions in Chapter 9 of World Geography. This quiz focuses on defining key terms and understanding the geographical organization of cultural areas. Test your knowledge and enhance your learning!