WG22C DOL

Front

What is the origin of the word "geography"?

Back

Greek word meaning "to describe the earth"

Front

How is a "formal region" defined?

Back

By a limited number of related characteristics

Front

What is a "functional region" organized around?

Back

A central hub and its connections

Front

What is the term for the way people learn to use what the environment offers them?

Back

Human-Environment Interaction

Front

How do geographers describe absolute location?

Back

By using a grid system of imaginary lines

Front

Which of the following is an example of a physical feature that sets locations apart? Climate, Language, Economy, Population

Back

Climate

Front

What is an example of human interaction with the environment?

Back

Building roads

Front

What is the primary purpose of a map?

Back

To display locations of places on the earth

Front

Which type of map is used by sailors and pilots?

Back

Navigational map

Front

What does GIS stand for?

Back

Geographic Information System