Exploring Geography Concepts

What is a map?

• A map is a physical object used for navigation.

• A map is a type of computer program.

• A map is a visual representation of an area.

• A map is a collection of data points.

Name two types of maps.

• Weather map

• Political map, Topographic map

• Road map

• Historical map

What does climate refer to?

• Climate is the daily temperature of a region.

• Climate refers to the current weather conditions.

• Climate refers to the long-term average of weather in a specific region.

• Climate is the seasonal variation of weather patterns.

How is weather different from climate?

• Weather is short-term and variable; climate is long-term and consistent.

• Weather refers to the average temperature; climate refers to daily changes.

• Weather is determined by human activity; climate is natural and unchanging.

• Weather is always rainy; climate is always sunny.

What are the five oceans of the world?

• Caribbean Sea

• Pacific Ocean, Atlantic Ocean, Indian Ocean, Southern Ocean, Arctic Ocean

• Mediterranean Sea

• Red Sea

Which ocean is the largest?

• Pacific Ocean

• Arctic Ocean

• Indian Ocean

• Atlantic Ocean

What is the difference between a sea and an ocean?

• Seas are larger and deeper than oceans.

• Oceans are always saltwater, while seas can be freshwater.

• Seas are smaller and partially enclosed by land; oceans are larger and not enclosed.

• Seas are found only in tropical regions, while oceans are global.

Name a country that is an island.

• Brazil

• Egypt

• India

• Australia

What is the capital of France?

• Madrid

• Rome

• Paris

• Berlin

Which country has the capital city of Tokyo?

• China

• South Korea

• Japan

• Thailand