Which of the following geographic factors MOST influences where people choose to live?
SWANA Geography Quiz

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6th - 8th Grade
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MICHAEL SPANN
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
The number of animals in an area
Climate and water availability
The height of mountains
The color of the soil
Answer explanation
Climate and water availability are crucial for sustaining life and agriculture, making them the most significant factors influencing where people choose to live. Other factors like animals, mountain height, and soil color are less impactful.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a major reason why many people live near rivers?
They provide water for farming and drinking
They have no dangers like floods
They are the only places where cities can exist
They make it harder for people to travel
Answer explanation
A major reason people live near rivers is that they provide essential water for farming and drinking, which supports agriculture and sustains communities. The other options do not accurately reflect the benefits of river proximity.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
The Sahara Desert is located in which region?
South America
North America
North Africa
Eastern Europe
Answer explanation
The Sahara Desert is the largest hot desert in the world, primarily located in North Africa. It spans several countries in this region, making 'North Africa' the correct answer.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which two rivers are most important to the development of ancient Mesopotamia?
Nile and Amazon
Tigris and Euphrates
Mississippi and Ganges
Yangtze and Danube
Answer explanation
The Tigris and Euphrates rivers were crucial for the development of ancient Mesopotamia, providing water for agriculture, trade routes, and supporting the growth of early civilizations in the region.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which mountain range is located in Turkey and separates Europe and Asia?
Taurus Mountains
Rocky Mountains
Zagros Mountains
Alps
Answer explanation
The Taurus Mountains in Turkey serve as a natural boundary between Europe and Asia, making them the correct answer. The other options, such as the Rocky, Zagros, and Alps, are located in different regions.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which body of water separates Europe from North Africa?
Red Sea
Mediterranean Sea
Persian Gulf
Indian Ocean
Answer explanation
The Mediterranean Sea is the body of water that separates Europe from North Africa, serving as a significant geographical boundary between the two continents.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which desert covers most of North Africa?
Arabian Desert
Kalahari Desert
Sahara Desert
Mojave Desert
Answer explanation
The Sahara Desert is the largest hot desert in the world, covering most of North Africa. It is significantly larger than the Arabian, Kalahari, and Mojave deserts, making it the correct answer.
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