Geography, Hominids, Maps, Early Migration
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23 questions
10
Match the term or place that matches each description.
Match the term or place that matches each description.
| Draggable item | arrow_right_alt | Corresponding Item |
|---|---|---|
a part of the world that has one or more common features | arrow_right_alt | Geography |
a field that studies people and the relationships between them | arrow_right_alt | Social science |
imaginary line that circles the globe. Represents 0 degrees Latitude | arrow_right_alt | Data |
the study of the world, its people, and the landscapes they create | arrow_right_alt | Geographers |
information scientists gather | arrow_right_alt | Region |
people who study geography | arrow_right_alt | Map |
a flat drawing that shows part or all of the Earth’s surface | arrow_right_alt | Globe |
a tool geographers use to see what land in an area looks like from above the Earth | arrow_right_alt | Satellite image |
a spherical model of the Earth | arrow_right_alt | Equator |
used to figure out the distance between two locations on a map | arrow_right_alt | Scale |
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The five major __________________________ of geography are Location, Place, Human-Environment Interaction, Movement, and Regions.
The five major __________________________ of geography are Location, Place, Human-Environment Interaction, Movement, and Regions.
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A specific spot on Earth, such as a street address, is called an absolute __________________________.
A specific spot on Earth, such as a street address, is called an absolute __________________________.
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The theme Place refers to an area’s __________________________, the physical and human features that define it and make it unique.
The theme Place refers to an area’s __________________________, the physical and human features that define it and make it unique.
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Geographers study how people interact with their __________________________, or an area’s land, water, climate, plants and animals, and other physical features.
Geographers study how people interact with their __________________________, or an area’s land, water, climate, plants and animals, and other physical features.
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__________ geography seeks to understand why the world looks the way it does.
__________ geography seeks to understand why the world looks the way it does.
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A general description of where a place lies is called its _______________________ location.
A general description of where a place lies is called its _______________________ location.
5
Complete the sentences
Complete the sentences
| Draggable item | arrow_right_alt | Corresponding Item |
|---|---|---|
People, communities, and ____________________ are all examples of what human geographers study. | arrow_right_alt | human geography |
Physical geography and _____________ are the two main branches of geography. | arrow_right_alt | climate |
Landforms, bodies of water, and _________________ are all examples of what physical geographers study. | arrow_right_alt | landscapes |
_____________________ is the science of map making. | arrow_right_alt | cartography |
______________________ is the study of weather and what causes it. | arrow_right_alt | meteorology |
5
Match the theme to its example.
Match the theme to its example.
| Draggable item | arrow_right_alt | Corresponding Item |
|---|---|---|
867 Smith Lane Salt Lake City, Utah 104510 | arrow_right_alt | Movement |
An airplane flying to Paris, France. | arrow_right_alt | Regions |
People clearing forests so they can build homes. | arrow_right_alt | Human-Environment Interaction |
Times Square has bright lights that attract tourists. | arrow_right_alt | Place |
A large area that has farms, only 1-2 story homes, a lot of vegetation, and no public transportation. | arrow_right_alt | Location |
6
Match the Map Skill to its example.
Match the Map Skill to its example.
| Draggable item | arrow_right_alt | Corresponding Item |
|---|---|---|
Lines on a map that run west to east. | arrow_right_alt | Prime Meridian |
Lines on a map that run North to South. | arrow_right_alt | Lines of Latitude |
This symbol tells us distinct directions on a map. | arrow_right_alt | Compass Rose |
An imaginary line that represents 0 degrees longitude. | arrow_right_alt | Northern and Southern |
The equator separates the ___________ and the _____________ hemispheres. | arrow_right_alt | Eastern and Western |
The Prime Meridian separates the _______ and the _______ hemispheres. | arrow_right_alt | Lines of Longitude |
2
The First North Americans migrated across the Bering Land Bridge, from Asia to North America.
The First North Americans migrated across the Bering Land Bridge, from Asia to North America.
2
When looking at a map, what tells you the subject of the map?
When looking at a map, what tells you the subject of the map?
2
I show direction. North, South, East, and West. What am I?
I show direction. North, South, East, and West. What am I?
2
The Key or Legend is like the table of contents of a map.
The Key or Legend is like the table of contents of a map.
2
Lines on a globe that measure distance East or West of the Prime Meridian.
Lines on a globe that measure distance East or West of the Prime Meridian.
2
Lines on a globe that measure distance North or South of the equator.
Lines on a globe that measure distance North or South of the equator.
2
The Prime Meridian separates which two hemispheres?
The Prime Meridian separates which two hemispheres?
2
Which early hominid had the nickname "Handyman"
Which early hominid had the nickname "Handyman"
2
Which early hominid had the largest brain and highest intelligence level?
Which early hominid had the largest brain and highest intelligence level?
2
Who was the only Hominid who did not use a tool?
Who was the only Hominid who did not use a tool?
2
When the First Americans crossed into North America they used the...
When the First Americans crossed into North America they used the...
2
Constantly moving, following a food source and collecting wild plants and berries is a lifestyle known as....
Constantly moving, following a food source and collecting wild plants and berries is a lifestyle known as....
2
When you are constantly moving and you do not have a permanent home you are...
When you are constantly moving and you do not have a permanent home you are...