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Global Studies Unit
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| A change in the shape, size, or position of a place when it is shown on a map is called what? | Distortion |
| A location where it is in relation to another place is called what? | Relative Location |
| A compass rose shows what type of directions on it? | A compass rose will show you the directions of a map with cardinal directions. Cardinal directions include north, south, east, and west. |
| Which direction do lines of Latitude run? | Latitude lines run east to west around the globe. |
| Which direction do lines of Longitude run? | Longitude lines run north to south around the globe. |
| Who created the first known map of the Americas? | Juan De La Cosa |
| Which line splits the Earth into the Northern and Southern hemispheres? | The equator. |
| The natural parts of the Earth’s surface are considered what? | Physical features |
| Absolute Location is what? | The precise point where a place is located on earth. |
| Long-term weather patterns are considered what? | Climate |
| The average number of people living in a unit of area is called what? | Population density |
| What is the definition of Cartography? | It is the study and practice of making maps. |
| What map focuses on the way people produce, buy, and sell goods and services? | Economic activity |
| A large area of the Earth with a certain mix of plants and trees that are adapted to similar conditions is called what? | Vegetation zones |
| What is the definition of a Region? | An area with one or more features that set it apart from other areas. |
| Name the 6 forms of government. | Democracy, monarchy, dictatorship, communism, oligarchy, and theocracy. |
| What is the Prime Meridian? | The Prime Meridian is the 0 degree line for longitude lines. |
| Be able to name and identify all 7 continents in the world. | Asia, Africa, North America, South America, Antartica, Europe, and Australia. |