6.3.3 Two countries in the Western Hemisphere have different population distributions due to geography. Which statement best explains this difference?

Geography influences where people live by providing resources and suitable climates.

Population distribution is the same in all countries regardless of geography.

Geography has no effect on population distribution in the Western Hemisphere.

Countries in the Western Hemisphere have no geographic differences.

How do traditions and religious practices influence a country's holidays and celebrations?

They can shape national and local events.

They replace government systems.

Available natural resources can affect where people choose to live because:

People often settle in areas with abundant resources for survival and economic opportunities.

People avoid areas with many natural resources to reduce competition.

Natural resources have no impact on where people choose to live.

People only live in areas with no natural resources.

What does indigenous sovereignty mean?

The right of indigenous peoples to govern themselves and make decisions about their lands and communities.

The process of electing government officials in a democracy.

The agreement to share natural resources with other countries.

The establishment of trade routes between indigenous nations.

What is the role of citizens in an absolute monarchy?

They have little to no role in government decisions.

Government policies on trade can influence the economy of a country by:

Affecting imports and exports, which impacts economic growth

Only increasing government spending

How are primary and secondary economic activities connected?

Primary provides raw materials for secondary.

Secondary provides jobs for primary.

How does urbanization affect the environment?

It increases demand for land and resources.

Industrial agriculture has transformed the landscape of parts of the United States or Brazil by:

Replacing diverse ecosystems with large-scale monoculture farms.

Increasing the number of small family farms.

Restoring native forests and grasslands.

Reducing the use of chemical fertilizers and pesticides.

Which of the following is a benefit of ecotourism?

Greater environmental awareness

Which of the following best demonstrates responsible environmental stewardship by citizens?

Participating in a community recycling program and conserving water

Expanding urban development into protected forest lands

Burning excess crops to make room for commercial agriculture

Using all available natural resources regardless of environmental impact

What is a cultural region?

An area where people share similar customs and beliefs

A country with a large population

The economies of the United States and Mexico rely on each other through trade and manufacturing. Which of the following is an example of how this relationship impacts both countries?

U.S. car companies outsource parts manufacturing to Mexico, supporting jobs in both countries.

Mexico exports only agricultural products to the U.S., with no manufacturing involved.

The U.S. and Mexico do not trade manufactured goods with each other.

Mexico relies solely on tourism from the U.S. for its economy.

Which is an effect of cultural diffusion on food?

Foods from other regions become common

Only traditional dishes are served

Which of the following is an example of a thematic map?

A map showing average rainfall across different regions

A map showing country borders and capitals

A map displaying the locations of rivers and mountains

A map that uses a scale to measure distances between cities

What is a common reason why countries in the Western Hemisphere might cooperate?

To trade goods and improve their economies

To compete for the same natural resources

To isolate themselves from other nations

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which type of map would you use to find elevation levels?

Political

Climate

Topographic

Road

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What feature would most likely be found on a political map of South America?

Average temperatures

National borders

Elevation changes

Rainfall amounts

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does a map scale help the user determine?

Types of roads

Population density

Distance between locations

Languages spoken

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What information is shown in the legend/key of a map?

Elevation

Symbols and what they represent

Political boundaries

Natural disasters

5.

OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 3 pts

Most people in Canada would likely live in which area, based on a population density map and a climate map?

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following would be best for locating mountain ranges?

Population map

Physical map

Road map

Political map

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is the longest river in the Western Hemisphere?

Mississippi River

Colorado River

Amazon River

Rio Grande

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Which type of map would you use to find elevation levels?

What feature would most likely be found on a political map of South America?

What does a map scale help the user determine?

What information is shown in the legend/key of a map?

Most people in Canada would likely live in which area, based on a population density map and a climate map?

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