Question 1

Physical systems in geography include
A)Landforms,primary activities
B)Weather and climate,landforms
C)Human interaction,urban
D)Natural resources,population

Accepted Answer

Physical systems in geography refer to natural phenomena such as weather and climate, as well as the physical features of the earth's surface like landforms. So, option B is the best choice as it includes both weather and climate and landforms. The other options include human and social systems instead of physical systems.

Question 2

The term "geography" was reportedly coined by which Greek scientist?
A)Pythagoras
B)Strabo
C)Aristotle
D)Eratosthenes

Accepted Answer

Eratosthenes is known as the father of geography and is credited with coining the term "geography."

Question 3

Human systems in geography include
A)Population,political,cultural
B)Human impact on the environment,service activities,geographic techniques and skills
C)Human interaction,weather and climate,human impact on the environment
D)Primary activities,political,landforms

Accepted Answer

Human systems in geography refer to the integration of human activities and institutions with the physical and environmental aspects of the earth. The three main components of human systems in geography are population, political, and cultural systems. These factors are interconnected and affect each other in various ways. Population patterns affect the political and cultural systems in a region, while cultural factors influence the political decisions made by a government. Therefore, population, political, and cultural systems are the best choice for human systems in geography.

Question 4

Which of the following distance measures refers to absolute distance?
A)a 10-minute drive
B)a $10 taxi ride
C)a one-mile walk
D)a scary trip through a dangerous neighborhood at night

Accepted Answer

The measure of one mile is an absolute distance regardless of how you travel it. The other options (10-minute drive, $10 taxi ride, scary trip through dangerous neighborhood at night) are all relative and subject to other factors such as traffic, time of day, and personal safety concerns.

Question 5

Spatial interaction is affected by
A)mobility,economics,and anticipation.
B)the physical environment,the cultural landscape,and the interchange potential of places.
C)distance,accessibility,and connectivity.
D)absolute location,spatial parameters,and network design.

Accepted Answer

Spatial interaction refers to the movement of people, goods, and information between locations. It is affected by factors such as distance, accessibility, and connectivity. The further apart two locations are, the less likely they are to interact. Likewise, if it is difficult to access a location or if there is poor connectivity (e.g. poor transportation infrastructure or lack of communication networks), there will be less interaction between locations. Therefore, choice C is the best answer.

Question 6

An example of a formal region is
A)the hub and spoke network for a particular airline.
B)100,000 square kilometers.
C)Dixie.
D)the area of France where the Breton language is spoken.

Accepted Answer

A formal region is defined by a specific characteristic or set of characteristics, such as language or political boundaries. The area of France where the Breton language is spoken is a formal region based on the characteristic of language. The other options do not exhibit a clear characteristic or set of characteristics that define them as formal regions.

Question 7

Which of the following is not true of the natural landscape?
A)It provides the setting for human action.
B)It is perceived,interpreted,and used in different ways by different cultures.
C)It determines how people live in a particular place.
D)It is shaped by human action into a cultural landscape.

Accepted Answer

While the natural landscape can influence how people live in a particular place, it does not determine it. Human actions can change and reshape the natural landscape to suit their needs, and thus the natural landscape can be viewed as a dynamic component of the larger cultural landscape.

Question 8

The relationship between the size of an area on a map and its actual size on the earth's surface is called the
A)map scale.
B)map key.
C)map projection.
D)relative location.

Accepted Answer

Map scale is the representation of the relationship between the size of an area on a map and its actual size on the earth's surface. The other options are not directly related to this concept.

Question 9

Which one of the following best identifies the cultural landscape?
A)the natural resources of the earth
B)the natural landscape as modified by human occupancy
C)the landscape as modified by recent catastrophic events such as hurricanes,volcanic eruptions,and earthquakes
D)places where intense human activities have obliterated any trace of the natural landscape

Accepted Answer

The cultural landscape refers to the visible and material aspects of the environment that reflect human activity and culture, including buildings, agriculture, and other modifications to the natural landscape. Option B defines this concept most accurately. Option A refers to the physical elements of the environment, but not necessarily related to human influence. Option C describes the impact of natural events rather than human activity, while option D suggests the absence of natural landscape rather than its modification.

Question 10

Absolute location
A)is an abstract concept unrelated to real-world circumstances.
B)is a temporary and changing characteristic of place.
C)cannot be defined with precision in a world of conflicting cultural perspectives.
D)is a precise position on the surface of the globe.

Accepted Answer

Absolute location refers to a precise position on the surface of the globe, typically measured in terms of latitude and longitude coordinates. It is a fixed characteristic of a place and does not change over time.

Question 11

The word geography is derived from Greek words meaning
A)human society and the earth.
B)the cultural landscape of the earth.
C)the description of the earth.
D)the measurement of the earth.

Accepted Answer

The word geography is derived from the Greek words "geo" meaning earth and "graphy" meaning description, making C the most accurate answer. While A and B may be related to geography, they do not accurately reflect the exact meaning of the word. Option D is also partly correct, however, it only covers a narrow aspect of geography.

Question 12

When real estate agents say that "location matters," they are referring to
A)an absolute location.
B)a relative location.
C)the impact of distance decay.
D)site conditions alone.

Accepted Answer

When real estate agents say that "location matters," they are referring to relative location. Relative location is the position of a place or structure in relation to other places or structures. In real estate, location is important because it can affect the value of a property. Factors such as proximity to schools, public transportation, shopping centers, and other amenities can make a location more desirable, leading to a higher value. Additionally, properties located in desirable neighborhoods or areas with low crime rates may also command higher prices.

Question 13

As geographers use the term,scale tells us
A)the weight of a given commodity.
B)the intrinsic character of the object or area studied.
C)the relationship between earth distance and map distance.
D)the length of a degree of longitude along different parallels.

Accepted Answer

Scale in geography tells us the relationship between actual earth distance and the distance shown on a map. It is expressed as a ratio or a fraction, indicating how many units on the ground are equal to one unit on the map. For example, a scale of 1:100,000 means that one unit on the map represents 100,000 units on the ground.

Question 14

The location of Chicago at 41^$\circ$ 49' N latitude and 87^$\circ$ 37' W longitude is an example of A)intensive location. B)absolute location. C)relative location. D)remote location.

Accepted Answer

The coordinates given for Chicago provide its precise location on the Earth's surface, making it an absolute location. Intensive location refers to the study of human and physical characteristics of a specific location while relative location describes the position of a place in relation to other places. Remote location refers to a distant or isolated place. None of these definitions apply to the given coordinates for Chicago.

Question 15

Geography differs from disciplines such as geology,meteorology,and cultural anthropology in that it
A)involves greater accuracy of measurement of phenomena studied.
B)is more precisely defined in terms of the phenomena studied.
C)is concerned with more abstract concepts.
D)uses data from related disciplines to study spatial relationships.

Accepted Answer

Geography is the study of spatial relationships and often uses data and theories from related disciplines such as geology, meteorology, and cultural anthropology to analyze and understand patterns and processes in the physical and human world. It is a interdisciplinary field that bridges many disciplines.

Question 16

The attributes of a place
A)represent the current state of continuing processes of change and development.
B)are determined by natural processes and remain unchanged over time.
C)are not influenced by relationships with other places.
D)are primarily cultural,with little influence of the physical landscape.

Accepted Answer

The attributes of a place are not static but are constantly evolving due to ongoing processes of change and development.

Answer: D 
 The physical landscape certainly has an impact on the attributes of a place, but cultural factors such as language, religion, and customs play a significant role as well.

Question 17

Geography is BEST described as
A)the location of countries,state and national capitals,major rivers,and continents.
B)the study of the origin and behavior of humans and the development of societies and cultures.
C)the study of how and why human and physical attributes vary from place to place on the surface of the earth.
D)the study of the choices made by individuals and societies with regard to the alternative uses of scarce resources.

Accepted Answer

Geography is the study of how and why human and physical attributes vary from place to place on the surface of the earth. This includes the study of landscapes, cultures, societies, climate, and geology, among other factors. The other options do not sufficiently capture the broad scope of geography as a field of study.

Question 18

Since humans are the active agents in human-environmental interactions,people in general
A)have no contact with the physical landscape.
B)are frequently unmindful of the dangers of inappropriate environmental exploitation.
C)are immune from adverse natural events.
D)alter the physical environment so that any potential dangers it holds are made harmless or removed totally.

Accepted Answer

Humans often engage in environmental exploitation without fully considering the potential negative consequences, leading to various environmental issues.

Question 19

A street address is an example of
A)relative position.
B)conformality.
C)absolute location.
D)situation.

Accepted Answer

A street address gives an exact and specific location, making it an example of absolute location. Relative position refers to the location of something in relation to other things, conformality refers to the different shapes or sizes of objects, and situation refers to the surrounding environment and context of a location.

Question 20

Geography as a discipline A)originated in ancient Greek interest in the nature of the universe and the varying character of the known parts of the earth. B)developed as an outgrowth of the "Age of Discovery," beginning in the 15^th century. C)emerged in the 20^th Century with the development of geographic information systems (GIS). D)was developed in response to a national need to map and describe the American West.

Accepted Answer

Geography as a discipline originated in ancient Greek interest in the nature of the universe and the varying character of the known parts of the earth, making option A the correct answer. Option B is partially correct as the Age of Discovery did contribute to the development of geography, but it is not the origin of the discipline. Option C is incorrect as GIS is a tool used in geography, but did not emerge as the reason for the discipline. Option D is incorrect as it refers specifically to the development of geography in the United States and not the discipline as a whole.

Quiz 1: Introduction

Physical systems in geography include

The term "geography" was reportedly coined by which Greek scientist?

Human systems in geography include

Which of the following distance measures refers to absolute distance?

Spatial interaction is affected by

An example of a formal region is

Which of the following is not true of the natural landscape?

The relationship between the size of an area on a map and its actual size on the earth's surface is called the

Which one of the following best identifies the cultural landscape?

Absolute location

The word geography is derived from Greek words meaning

When real estate agents say that "location matters," they are referring to

As geographers use the term,scale tells us

The location of Chicago at 41 ∘\circ∘ 49' N latitude and 87 ∘\circ∘ 37' W longitude is an example of

Geography differs from disciplines such as geology,meteorology,and cultural anthropology in that it

The attributes of a place

Geography is BEST described as

Since humans are the active agents in human-environmental interactions,people in general

A street address is an example of

Geography as a discipline

The location of Chicago at 41^$\circ$ 49' N latitude and 87^$\circ$ 37' W longitude is an example of