Basics of Geography

What is the study of Earth's physical features and human interactions with them called?

• Biology

• Geography

• Astronomy

• Sociology

What is a map?

• A tool used for navigation at sea

• A special kind of drawing used to show what the Earth or part of the Earth looks like

• A historical document that shows political boundaries from the past

• A scientific instrument for measuring distances on Earth

What is the definition of a cartographer?

• A person who studies the structure of metals

• A person who makes maps

• A person who collects stamps

• A person who studies weather patterns

What is a globe?

• A. A flat map of the Earth

• B. A sphere-shaped model of the Earth

• C. A circular diagram showing directions

• D. A type of telescope

How many continents are there?

• A. 5

• B. 6

• C. 7

• D. 8

Which of the following is not a continent?

• A. Africa

• B. Europe

• C. Atlantic

• D. Antarctica

How many oceans are there?

• A. 3

• B. 4

• C. 5

• D. 6

Which of the following is not an ocean?

• A. Arctic

• B. Indian

• C. Pacific

• D. Sahara

What is the term used to describe any half of the Earth?

• Quadrant

• Hemisphere

• Equator

• Meridian

What do map symbols represent?

• Imaginary places and things

• Real places and things

• Directions and distances

• Historical events and figures