Ch. 14 Test Cultural Geography
Some questions may require you to look at a graph or map. These are located in the Global/Mr. Pickney Geography folder by chapter number.
Each of these have the appropriate national standard for geography for the test questions are listed here.
Standards Summary: All Standards In TestNGS 1.0 How to use maps and other geographic representations, tools, andtechnologies to acquire, process, and report information from a spatialpersepectiveNGS 1.3 How to use geographic representations and tools to analyze, explain, andsolve geographic problemsNGS 11.3 The increasing economic interdependence of the worlds countriesNGS 13A. 1 Explain how cooperation and/or conflict can Read morelead to the allocation of controlof Earths surface (e. G., the formation and delineation of regional planningdistricts, regional school districts, countries, free-trade zones)NGS 14A. 2 Analyze the role of people in decreasing the diversity of flora and fauna in aregion (e. G., the impact of acid rain on rivers and forests in southern Ontario,the effects of toxic dumping on ocean ecosystems, the effects of overfishingalong the coast of northeastern North America or the Philippine archipelago)NGS 14B. 3 Examine the characteristics of major global environmental changes andassess whether the changes are a result of human action, natural causes, or aconmbination of both factors (e. G., increases in world temperaturesattributable to major global action, the link between changes in solaremissions and amounts of volcanic dustin the atmosphere attributable to natural causes)NGS 8C. 3 Evaluate the long-term effects of the human modification of ecosystems (e. G.,how acid rain resulting from air pollution affects
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Which of these countries are located entirely within the high risk area of acid rain?
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Sweden
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Denmark
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Belgium
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Hungary
Correct Answer
C. BelgiumExplanation
NGS 1.0: How to use maps and other geographic representations, tools, and technologies to acquire, process, and report information from a spatial persepectiveRate this question:
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What is the raft made of?
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A map of Europe
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The euro
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A billboard
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Lumber
Correct Answer
B. The euroExplanation
The correct answer is "the euro" because a raft is typically made of materials that are buoyant and can float on water. The euro is a currency used in many European countries, and it is made of paper and metal, which are materials that can float on water. Therefore, it is reasonable to assume that the raft in question is made of the euro.Rate this question:
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Which of these phrases best describes the raft?
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Sailing smoothly in calm waters
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Grounded on a sandbar
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Struggling in choppy seas
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Sinking in a storm
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C. Struggling in choppy seasExplanation
The phrase "struggling in choppy seas" best describes the raft because it implies that the raft is facing difficult and turbulent conditions. This suggests that the raft is not able to navigate easily and is encountering challenges due to the rough waters.Rate this question:
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What do the people represent?
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Industries
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Religions
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Countries
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Ethnic groups
Correct Answer
C. CountriesExplanation
The people in this context represent countries. This means that the question is asking about what the individuals symbolize or stand for. The other options, such as industries, religions, and ethnic groups, are not applicable in this case.Rate this question:
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Why are the people on the raft pointing in different directions?
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They cannot agree on a course.
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They are signaling for help
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They are pointing to people on shore
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They are looking for food.
Correct Answer
A. They cannot agree on a course.Explanation
The people on the raft are pointing in different directions because they cannot agree on a course. This suggests that they are unsure of which direction to go in order to reach their desired destination. It implies a lack of consensus among the individuals on the raft, possibly resulting in confusion and indecision.Rate this question:
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Which of these countries was torn apart by conflict in the 1990s?
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Romania
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Bulgaria
- C.
Hungary
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Yugoslavia
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D. YugoslaviaExplanation
Yugoslavia was torn apart by conflict in the 1990s. The country experienced a series of wars and ethnic conflicts, leading to its eventual breakup and the formation of several independent nations such as Croatia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Slovenia, Macedonia, and later Serbia and Montenegro. The conflicts were primarily driven by ethnic and nationalist tensions, resulting in widespread violence, displacement of populations, and loss of life.Rate this question:
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Which of the following was Serbia's policy toward Bosnia and Herzegovina's Muslims and Croats?
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Peaceful coexistence
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Divide and conquer
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Ethnic cleansing
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Diplomatic negotiation
Correct Answer
C. Ethnic cleansingExplanation
Serbia's policy toward Bosnia and Herzegovina's Muslims and Croats was ethnic cleansing. This means that Serbia aimed to forcibly remove or eliminate these groups based on their ethnicity. This policy involved acts of violence, persecution, and displacement in order to create an ethnically homogeneous territory.Rate this question:
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Which of the following best describes the international response toward Serbia's actions in the 1990s?
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Military intervention
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Negotiated settlements
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Economic boycott
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All of the above
Correct Answer
D. All of the aboveExplanation
The international response toward Serbia's actions in the 1990s can be described as all of the above - military intervention, negotiated settlements, and economic boycott. This means that various countries and organizations reacted to Serbia's actions in different ways. Some countries intervened militarily, while others engaged in negotiations to find peaceful solutions. Additionally, economic boycotts were imposed to put pressure on Serbia and condemn its actions. The combination of these responses demonstrates the international community's multifaceted approach in addressing the situation in Serbia during the 1990s.Rate this question:
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How did the formation of the Common Market affect the economies of its members?
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They experienced runaway inflation
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Trade among members quadrupled
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Unemployment rates doubled
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Industries fled to nonmember nations
Correct Answer
B. Trade among members quadrupledExplanation
The formation of the Common Market had a significant impact on the economies of its members as trade among the members quadrupled. This means that the member countries experienced a substantial increase in the volume of trade between them, leading to greater economic integration and cooperation. This increase in trade would have resulted in various benefits such as increased market access, economies of scale, and enhanced competitiveness for the member nations. Overall, the formation of the Common Market positively influenced the economies of its members by promoting trade and economic growth.Rate this question:
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Which of the following might create problems for the EU if former Communist nations become EU members?
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They are less prosperous
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They are more industrialized.
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They have stricter pollution controls
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They pay their workers higher wages
Correct Answer
A. They are less prosperousExplanation
Former Communist nations becoming EU members could create problems for the EU because if these nations are less prosperous, it could strain the EU's resources and finances. The EU would have to provide financial aid and support to help these nations catch up economically, which could put a burden on the wealthier EU member states. Additionally, the income disparity between the less prosperous nations and the wealthier ones could create economic imbalances within the EU. This could lead to tensions and conflicts among the member states, affecting the overall stability and functioning of the EU.Rate this question:
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