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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does a geostationary satellite do?
(a) It produces maps of changing weather conditions.
(b) It sends data to GPS devices in cars.
(c) It can discern features of tiny objects on Earth's surface.
(d) It remains stationary over a particular point on Earth's surface.

2. What approach to foreign affairs is fostered by the decision not to teach geography in public schools?
(a) An international outlook.
(b) Isolationism and parochialism.
(c) Paternalism toward developing countries.
(d) Callous disregard for the welfare of other societies.

3. Why does de Blij feel that Americans have an obligation to be well informed?
(a) Because part of being well educated is understanding geography.
(b) Because it is important to be a good citizen.
(c) Because the decisions made by Americans affect the entire planet.
(d) Because Americans have economic ties to many other countries.

4. Why is geography different from other disciplines, according to de Blij?
(a) It makes unexpected links between topics.
(b) It is always in the news.
(c) It is constantly changing.
(d) It covers science and technology.

5. Why does de Blij feel that American students need to study geography?
(a) To receive a well-rounded education.
(b) To better understand history.
(c) To protect national security.
(d) To better understand plate tectonics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What other university departments does de Blij feel should be resurrected, along with geography departments?

2. What job does de Blij say should not have been eliminated by government budget cuts?

3. How long have people been making maps?

4. How do geographers look at the world, according to de Blij?

5. Which of the following activities requires the skills of a geographer?

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