Human Geography: Distribution and Impact of Human Populations

Question 1

Which of the following factors does NOT influence population distribution in the United States?

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Animal migration

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Availability of resources

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Climate

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Historical events

Question 2

What term refers to the number of individuals per unit area?

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Population density

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Population growth rate

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Population distribution

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Urbanization

Question 3

Which source provides the United States with the most energy?

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Using natural gas

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Burning coal

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Nuclear power

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Solar energy

Question 4

Which of these is a characteristic of the Rust Belt region of the United States?

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Many factories

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High population density

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Low unemployment rates

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A focus on agriculture

Question 5

How does the development of farming technology affect migration from rural to urban areas?

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Increased efficiency in farming reduces the demand for farmworkers.

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New farming technologies create job opportunities in rural areas.

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Transportation improvements make it easier for farmers to move to urban areas.

Question 6

What is a common challenge faced by cities in the United States as they continue to grow?

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Higher housing costs

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More job opportunities

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Less air pollution

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Less traffic congestion

Question 7

The Rust Belt region of the United States is known for experiencing:

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Population decline due to industrial downturn

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Rapid population increase due to technological advancements

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Growing urbanization caused by population migration

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Stable population levels due to economic stability

Question 8

A situation such as war or conflict that compels people to leave their homeland is referred to as a:

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Push factor for migration

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Pull factor for migration

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Natural factor for migration

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Economic factor for migration

Question 9

What term describes the movement of people from rural to urban areas?

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Urbanization

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Migration

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Immigration

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Emigration

Question 10

Which region of the United States has the greatest population density?

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Northeast

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Midwest

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South

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West

Question 11

Which of the following is a potential consequence of rapid urbanization?

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Increased air pollution

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Improved access to healthcare

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Enhanced job opportunities

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Reduced population growth

Question 12

What is the term for a group of people who share a common language, culture, and history, and who often live in a specific geographic region?

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Ethnic group

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Community

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Nation

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Tribe

Question 13

What is the term for the outward expansion of a population from a central location?

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Dispersion

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Centralization

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Decentralization

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Urbanization

Question 14

Which of the following is a challenge faced by areas with a high population density?

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Overcrowding

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Economic decline

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Lack of access to education

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Political instability

Question 15

What is the term for the process by which people move from rural areas to urban areas?

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Urbanization

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Emigration

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Immigration

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Migration

Question 16

Which region of the United States has the highest concentration of people living in a single area?

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Northeast

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Midwest

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South

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West

Question 17

Which of these is a feature of a suburban area?

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Homes with larger yards

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High population density

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Located close to city centers

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Limited public transportation

Question 18

What is the main difference between a primary and secondary economic activity?

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Primary activities extract natural resources and secondary activities make finished goods

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Primary activities are necessary for life and secondary activities are not

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Primary activities are usually in the countryside and secondary activities are usually in the city

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Primary activities require advanced skills and secondary activities do not

Question 19

What do we call a region with a shared culture, language, and history?

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Nation

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Country

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State

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Region

Question 20

What are some potential impacts of the aging population in the United States?

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Increased demand for healthcare services

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Smaller workforce

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Increased need for retirement housing

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Decreased government spending on education

Question 21

In which region of the United States is the population primarily concentrated?

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Northeastern

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Southwestern

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Midwestern

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Western

Question 22

What is the primary purpose of zoning laws in the United States?

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To manage land use and development

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To safeguard natural resources

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To promote economic growth

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To ensure公平access to housing

Question 23

Which factor has the greatest influence on population distribution in the United States? (choose the best answer)

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Economic opportunities

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Climate

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Natural resources

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Historical events

Question 24

The process of urban areas expanding and merging together is known as:

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Metropolization

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Suburbanization

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Urbanization

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Gentrification

Question 25

Which of the following is NOT a potential result of rapid urbanization?

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Improved infrastructure

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Air pollution

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Water scarcity

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Increased economic activity

Question 26

The percentage of the population living in urban areas is called:

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Urbanization rate

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Rurality rate

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Suburbanization rate

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Metropolization rate

Question 27

Which industry has driven economic growth and population shifts in the United States since the mid-20th century?

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Technology

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Agriculture

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Manufacturing

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Tourism

Question 28

Which of the following is NOT a major factor influencing population distribution in the United States?

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Government policies

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Climate

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Economic opportunities

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Natural resources

Question 29

Which region of the United States has the highest population density and why?

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Northeast (due to historical industrialization and major urban centers)

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South (due to warm climate and recent population growth)

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Midwest (due to fertile agricultural land and manufacturing)

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West (due to scenic landscapes and technology industries)

Question 30

What is the main reason for the population decline in rural areas of the Midwest and Northeast?

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Loss of jobs in traditional industries (such as agriculture)

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Lack of educational and healthcare opportunities

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High cost of living

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Limited access to transportation

Question 31

Which of the following is NOT a factor affecting population distribution in the United States?

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Natural disasters

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Climate

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Economic opportunities

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Government policies

Question 32

The region with the highest population density in the United States is the:

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Northeast

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South

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Midwest

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West

Question 33

Which feature is characteristic of suburbanization?

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Expansion of housing beyond city limits

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Population growth in urban areas

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Movement of people from rural to urban areas

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Decline of urban job opportunities

Question 34

The growth and expansion of cities is known as:

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Urbanization

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Suburbanization

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Gentrification

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Migration

Question 35

The region that has experienced substantial population growth in recent decades due to factors like climate, economic opportunities, and land availability is the:

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Sun Belt

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Rust Belt

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Bible Belt

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Silicon Valley

Question 36

Which of the following is **not** a major factor influencing population distribution in the United States?

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Age structure and growth rate

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Climate and natural resources

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Economic opportunities

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Political boundaries and government policies

Question 37

The distribution of population in the United States is characterized by:

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High population density in the East and West coasts, and lower density in the central regions

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Uniformly distributed population across the country

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Greater population density in rural areas compared to urban areas

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Significant population growth in all regions of the country

Question 38

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the Sun Belt region of the United States?

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High population density

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Rapid population growth

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Mild climate

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Strong economic base

Question 39

The process by which people leave a country to live in another is known as:

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Emigration

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Immigration

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Naturalization

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Deportation

Question 40

Which factor strongly influences the distribution of population in the United States?

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Availability of water resources

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Absence of natural disasters

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Proximity to international borders

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Uniform climate conditions throughout the country

Question 41

Which region of the United States is the most densely populated?

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Northeast

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South

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West

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Midwest

Question 42

What is the primary driver behind the growth of urban areas in the United States?

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Economic opportunities

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Availability of natural resources

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Government incentives

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Desirability of coastal living

Question 43

What is the term for the relocation of people from rural areas to urban centers?

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Urbanization

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Immigration

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Migration

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Emigration

Question 44

Which of the following is NOT a defining feature of a developed country?

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High infant mortality rate

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High literacy rate

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Advanced technology

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Strong economy

Question 45

Which of the following is NOT a potential advantage of cultural diversity?

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Increased conflict and tension

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Economic growth

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Greater understanding and tolerance

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Enhanced creativity and innovation

Question 46

What is the primary purpose of zoning laws?

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To regulate land use

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To stimulate economic development

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To prevent overcrowding

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To preserve natural resources

Question 47

Which feature is characteristic of a sustainable city?

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Efficient use of resources

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Extensive infrastructure

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High population density

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Large industrial base

Question 48

Which of these is a way in which human activities have affected the environment?

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Deforestation

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Hurricanes

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Earthquakes

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Volcanic eruptions

Question 49

Which of these best describes a rural area?

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Low population density

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Lots of factories and businesses

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High population density

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Many tall buildings

Question 50

Which of these is a well-known major city in the United States?

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Los Angeles

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Springfield

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Topeka

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Lincoln

Question 51

Which of these is a major cultural region of the United States?

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Northeast

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Western Europe

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Southeast Asia

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Latin America