GACE Geography Prep #3

What is the economic basis of the Pacific Realm?

• Agriculture

• Mining

• Tourism

• Manufacturing

Why is Australia considered anomalous in its geographic realm?

• A. Low level of economic development

• B. Lack of natural resources

• C. Continental isolation and Western cultural influence

• D. Dependence on subsistence farming

What is a major factor contributing to the economic disparities in South Asia?

• A. Lack of natural resources

• B. Strong agricultural development policy

• C. Efficient and productive agricultural methods

• D. Subdivision of already undersized plots and lack of modernization

What is a key consequence of the Agrarian Revolution in Europe?

• A. Decreased urbanization

• B. Land fragmentation

• C. Reduced crop variety

• D. Improved organization of land ownership

Why is Southeast Asia sometimes referred to as 'the Eastern Europe of Asia'?

• A. Shared geographical features

• B. Cultural diversity and frequent conflicts

• C. Economic similarities with Eastern Europe

• D. Influence of European colonialism

How are functional regions identified, and what criteria can be applied?

• a) Functional regions have no central node; criteria for identification include physical homogeneity.

• b) Functional regions are identified by cultural characteristics; criteria include shared governmental systems.

• c) Functional regions consist of a central node and surrounding areas; criteria include economic activities.

• d) Functional regions have no boundaries; criteria for identification include population density.

What characterizes intensive agriculture?

• A. Large plots of land and minimal chemical inputs

• B. Small plots of land and high chemical inputs

• C. Limited use of mechanization

• D. Reliance on extensive farming techniques

During which period did the Agrarian Revolution transform agricultural production methods in Europe?

• A. 5th to 11th centuries

• B. 12th to 15th centuries

• C. 16th to mid-19th centuries

• D. Early 20th century

How many geographic regions make up the realm of Europe?

• A. Three

• B. Five

• C. Seven

• D. Nine

What environmental issues are associated with intensive agriculture?

• A. Preservation of local vegetation

• B. Soil erosion and pollution

• C. Increased natural habitat for fauna

• D. Promotion of environmental sustainability