Chp 1 Review: Using Geography Skills

Front

How many degrees is the Earth tilted on its axis?

Back

23 1/2 degrees

Front

When does the summer solstice begin on or about?

Back

June 21

Front

How long does it take for Earth to make one complete ROTATION?

Back

24 hours

Front

What on a map shows you the directions of north, south, east, and west?

Back

compass rose

Front

What takes place every 4 years to accommodate the Earth's revolution?

Back

February 29

Front

Who introduced geography?

Back

Greeks

Front

What is the time of history called before we developed writing?

Back

Prehistory

Front

Why do the seasons change as Earth makes its orbit around the sun?

Back

Earth is tilted on its axis

Front

What is the earliest historical period?

Back

Preshistory

Front

Which type of geographer would help plan a city?

Back

Human