Exam 1: Introduction to Human Geography

Which of the following countries has the lowest percentage of arable land?

Contrast expansion and relocation diffusion,giving several examples of each.

Which of these South American countries has the highest percent of undernourished population?

The diffusion of Under Armour is an example of:

Cholera is an ancient disease with its source area in:

A world map of Gross National Product would show details of wealth distribution across the United States.

Migration of individuals is a form of diffusion.

Of the 12 major perceptual regions of the United States and southern Canada identified by Zelinsky,the one that has changed markedly since the Civil Rights era is:

Culture is a subject also studied by:

Activity spaces refer to neighborhood playgrounds in large cities.

Functional regions are the product of interaction and movement.

The South has unique characteristics that differ from the rest of the United States.Identify some of the material and nonmaterial cultural attributes associated with this region.Discuss possible boundaries of the region and distinguish what you would use to establish the boundaries.In your opinion,is the South becoming more or less like the rest of the country? Give evidence for your opinion.

Two countries with very high percentages of arable land are:

The concern of geography with space puts _________ at the center of its agenda.

The lack of penetration of alcoholic beverages in Islamic regions illustrates the effect of what on cultural diffusion?

Latitude and longitude are most useful in determining:

The degree of direct linkage between one particular location and other locations in a transport network is referred to as:

Geographer Carl O.Sauer is most closely connected with:

Chicago's relative location has changed over time with:

The type of process increases interactions deepens relationships and heightens interdependence regardless of national boundaries.