PLCW Review Activity

Which branch of geography focuses on human activities and their interaction with the environment?

• Physical Geography

• Cartography

• Human Geography

• Geography

Which of the following best defines Physical Geography?

• Study of cultural traditions and political systems

• Study of natural features and physical processes of Earth

• Study of economic systems and globalization

• Study of social behavior and human interaction

Why do most civilizations develop near river valleys?

• They provide clean air

• They provide fresh water and fertile land

• They prevent earthquakes

• They reduce rainfall

Which situation BEST shows both Human & Physical Geography?

• Studying typhoons and their effect on cities

• Naming continents

• Measuring trench depth

• Mapping tectonic plates

Why is it important for us to study Geography?

• To recall and list the names of mountains in order to improve memory skills and geographical trivia knowledge

• To calculate the length of rivers mainly for recreational purposes such as travel planning and sightseeing

• To understand our environment, prepare for disasters, and use resources sustainably

• To estimate population size by guessing patterns without considering environmental or scientific factors

Which of the following is a waterform?

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Which is the saltiest natural lake in the world?

• Lake Victoria    

• Aral Sea            

• Dead Sea

• Caspian Sea

This refers to geographic features, places, or phenomena that highlight extraordinary extremes in Earth’s physical and human landscapes.

• Landforms

• Superlatives 

• Climate

• Waterforms

Which best explains why deserts have sparse populations?

• They are too cold year-round

• They lack water for farming and survival

• They are covered in thick forests

• They are rich in oil reserves

Which landform provides natural protection against typhoons in the Philippines?

• Central Luzon Plains

• Palawan Highlands

• Bicol Peninsula

• Sierra Madre Mountain Range