Social Studies Review 1 - World Cultures (Grade 6)

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Which of the following is a geographic factor that affects population patterns? Proximity to rivers and freshwater sources, Presence of democratic institutions, Number of available retail stores, Popular cultural attractions

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Proximity to rivers and freshwater sources

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Lily is studying a map of the Andes showing main economic activities. Which statement is true?
Cacao is not produced in any Andean country.
Fishing is a more important activity in Colombia than in Peru.
Ranching is a major activity in all Andean countries.
Mineral resources are abundant throughout much of the Andes.

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Mineral resources are abundant throughout much of the Andes.

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According to the excerpt, which type of land is most likely to support long-term settlement? Options: Low, hot valleys, Dry, sandy deserts, High, rocky terrain, Flat, fertile land

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Flat, fertile land

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How do natural resources relate to population patterns in Emma's research?

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Areas that are rich in natural resources tend to be densely populated.

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Which of the following cities is located east of the Mississippi River? Houston, Texas; Sante Fe, New Mexico; Savannah, Georgia; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

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Savannah, Georgia

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Grace is planning a winter vacation and wants to visit the city with the warmest weather. Which city should she choose: Helsinki, Madrid, Reykjavik, or Oslo?

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Madrid

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How does the geography of the Rocky Mountains influence where people choose to live?

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The rugged landscape makes it harder for large populations to settle.

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Which of the following is MOST accurate regarding how climate affects where people live? A. People tend to avoid areas with mild and temperate climates. B. Harsh climates, such as deserts and polar regions, usually have fewer inhabitants. C. Population density is always highest in regions with the most rainfall. D. Climate has no impact on human settlement patterns.

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Harsh climates, such as deserts and polar regions, usually have fewer inhabitants.

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Luna and Ethan are planning to start a new colony in an unfamiliar land. They have a map that shows rivers, coastlines, and mountains. How might the geographic features shown on their map most influence where they decide to establish their first settlement?

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Early colonists built their first settlements on rivers or coastlines for transportation.