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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 12.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following maps can you derive the most accurate estimates of distances from?
(a) A map of the world.
(b) A map of a city block.
(c) A map of a city.
(d) A map of the United States.

2. As the world's population increases, where does de Blij say the increase in population will go to live?
(a) To developed countries.
(b) To undeveloped countries.
(c) To urban areas.
(d) To more temperate regions.

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

4. About what percentage of American students have studied geography in school?
(a) Less than five percent.
(b) Less than 10 percent.
(c) Less than 50 percent.
(d) Less than 30 percent.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. How did the volcano explosion in Sumatra affect life on Earth?

2. What group provides al Qaeda with most of its soldiers?

3. How does the Chechen independence movement affect Groznyy?

4. What was Russia like during the early years after the collapse of the Soviet Union?

5. What do geographers mean when they use the abbreviation "B.P."?

(see the answer key)

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