Crow Final Exam-Geography and Society

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Which continent is the Sahara Desert located on?

Back

Africa

Answer explanation

The Sahara Desert is located in Africa, making it the largest hot desert in the world. It spans several countries in the northern part of the continent, distinguishing it from deserts in other continents.

Front

What is the main language spoken in Brazil?

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Portuguese

Answer explanation

The main language spoken in Brazil is Portuguese, as it was the country’s colonial language. Unlike many other South American countries that primarily speak Spanish, Brazil's unique linguistic heritage is rooted in Portuguese.

Front

Which of the following rivers is the longest in the world? Amazon, Nile, Yangtze, Mississippi

Back

Nile

Answer explanation

The Nile River is traditionally considered the longest river in the world, measuring about 6,650 kilometers. While the Amazon is often debated for its length, the Nile remains the accepted longest river.

Front

Which country has the largest population in the world?

Back

China

Answer explanation

China has the largest population in the world, with over 1.4 billion people, surpassing India and other countries. The United States and Indonesia have significantly smaller populations compared to China.

Front

A country is landlocked if it does not have access to the ocean. Which of the following countries is landlocked? Peru, Switzerland, Vietnam, Italy

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Switzerland

Answer explanation

Switzerland is landlocked, meaning it has no access to the ocean. In contrast, Peru, Vietnam, and Italy all have coastlines and are not landlocked.

Front

If a city is located at 60°N latitude, what can you infer about its climate compared to a city at 20°N latitude?

Back

It is likely to be colder.

Answer explanation

A city at 60°N latitude is generally colder than one at 20°N due to its higher position in the Northern Hemisphere, receiving less direct sunlight and experiencing harsher winters.

Front

Which of the following best explains why people build houses on stilts in flood-prone areas?
Options:
To make the house look taller,
To avoid wild animals,
To prevent water from entering during floods,
To increase the number of floors

Back

To prevent water from entering during floods

Answer explanation

People build houses on stilts in flood-prone areas primarily to prevent water from entering during floods. This design elevates the living space above potential floodwaters, ensuring safety and protection for the inhabitants.

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Analyze the impact of deforestation in the Amazon rainforest on local indigenous communities. Which of the following is most likely a consequence? Increased access to education, Loss of traditional livelihoods, Improved transportation, Decreased rainfall

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Loss of traditional livelihoods

Answer explanation

Deforestation in the Amazon disrupts the ecosystems that indigenous communities rely on for food, medicine, and cultural practices, leading to a loss of traditional livelihoods. This is a direct consequence of habitat destruction.

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A government wants to reduce traffic congestion in a major city. Which strategy would be most effective, and why? Options: Building more parking lots, because it increases car usage; Expanding public transportation, because it encourages people to use alternatives to cars; Lowering gas prices, because it makes driving cheaper; Increasing the number of highways, because it adds more roads.

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Expanding public transportation, because it encourages people to use alternatives to cars

Answer explanation

Expanding public transportation is most effective as it provides viable alternatives to driving, reducing the number of cars on the road and alleviating traffic congestion.

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A country experiences a sudden increase in population due to immigration. What is a possible effect on its society?

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Increase in demand for housing and services

Answer explanation

A sudden increase in population from immigration typically leads to a higher demand for housing and services, as more people require places to live and access to amenities, making this the most likely societal effect.