AH - Geography Vocab

What is a natural feature of Earth's surface, such as mountains or valleys, called?

• Landforms

• Physical Features

• Natural Resources

• Regions

Which term describes a natural feature of the earth's surface such as a hill or river?

• Fossil Fuels

• Census

• Landforms

• Globalization

What is a substance found in nature, such as iron or water, that can be used by people?

• Fossil Fuels

• Natural Resources

• Regions

• Physical Features

What type of fuel contains carbon and is derived from decomposed remains of prehistoric plants and animals?

• Natural Resources

• Fossil Fuels

• Landforms

• Census

What is the term for an official count of a population conducted at set time intervals?

• Globalization

• Regions

• Census

• Physical Features

How often is the census taken in the United States?

• Every five years

• Every ten years

• Every fifteen years

• Every twenty years

What defines a geographic area by one or more characteristics that set it apart from other areas?

• Globalization

• Regions

• Landforms

• Natural Resources

What term describes the integration of cultures, economies, and politics of nations around the world?

• Census

• Globalization

• Physical Features

• Fossil Fuels