GEOGRAPHY JUNIOR 1

The hydrological cycle is also known as the _______.

• Water demand

• Affluence

• Water cycle

• Water usage

What is the first process in the hydrological cycle?

• Condensation

• Evaporation

• Transpiration

• Precipitation

Which of the following is NOT a source of fresh water?

• River

• Groundwater

• Ocean

• Lake

What percentage of the Earth's surface is covered with fresh water?

• 2.8%

• 70%

• 6%

• 5.2%

Where are ice caps and glaciers typically located?

• Africa

• Indonesia

• Antarctica

• Australia

Which country is currently facing a severe water shortage?

• Malaysia

• Australia

• Mexico

• India

What is a major cause of water shortage?

• Population growth

• Lack of government regulation

• Soil erosion

• Climate change

Why will water consumption for agriculture increase as the world's population grows?

• Because people will drink less water

• Because people will eat less meat

• Because more land will be used for agriculture

• Because the demand for food will increase

Which type of food production is particularly water-intensive?

• Poultry production

• Vegetable production

• Fish production

• Beef production

How quickly is worldwide demand for water doubling?

• Every 1 year

• Every 5 years

• Every 21 years

• Every 50 years