Unit 01 - Introduction to World Geography (Practice Test)

On which continent is the Sahara Desert located?

• Asia

• Africa

• Europe

• North America

What body of water lies between Europe and Africa?

• Atlantic Ocean

• Indian Ocean

• Mediterranean Sea

• Red Sea

What landform is the natural boundary between Europe and Asia?

• Ural Mountains

• Andes Mountains

• Rocky Mountains

• Himalayas

What country is Alaska a part of?

• Canada

• Russia

• United States

• Greenland

What continent is France located in?

• Asia

• Europe

• Africa

• South America

What country is also known as a continent?

• India

• Australia

• Brazil

• Egypt

What continent has no countries?

• Antarctica

• Europe

• Asia

• Africa

What region of the world is the most populated?

• North America

• Europe

• Asia

• Africa

Which climate region is characterized by hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters?

• Tropical

• Mediterranean

• Polar

• Continental

What type of climate is typically found near the equator?

• Desert

• Tundra

• Tropical Rainforest

• Mediterranean