Ch-1: Geography As A Disciple

Question 1

Classification of continent before division?

Answer 1

Pangea-whole continent
Panthalassa-whole water body
Lauretia-upper part of continent
Gondwana-lower part of continent

Question 2

What does geography equip you?

Answer 2

Geography equips you to appreciate diversity and investigate into the causes responsible for creating such variations over time and space

Question 3

Scientific techniques helps to meaningfully contribute to national endeavour for development

Answer 3

GIS and computer cartography

Question 4

What is geography?

Answer 4

Geography is the description of the earth. Geography is derived from Greek words geo(earth) and graphos(description)

Question 5

Definition of geography given by scholars?

Answer 5

The description of earth as the abode of human beings.

Question 6

The word geography was first coined by?

Answer 6

Eratosthenese greek scholar (276-194 BC)

Question 7

Book written by eratosthenese on geography?

Answer 7

Geographia

Question 8

Geography as study of areal differentiation

Answer 8

Variations in phenomena over the earth surface are studied with the association with the other factors which causes variations

Question 9

Why geographer explain the phenomenon in frame of cause and effect relationship?

Answer 9

It not only helps in interpretation but also foresees the phenomenon in future

Question 10

Nature of physical geography

Answer 10

Highly dynamic as things changes over the period of time

Question 11

Geography studies the spatial organisation and spatial integration. Geography is concerned with which questions?

Answer 11

WHAT- Questions related to identification of patterns of natural and cultural features as found over the surface of earth

WHERE- Questions related to the distribution of natural and human ,cultural features over the surface of earth

WHY- Questions related to explanation or the causal relationship between features and processes and phenomena

Question 15

What is geography?

Answer 15

Geography is the study of the Earth’s landscapes, environments, and the relationships between people and their environments.

Question 16

True or False: Geography only focuses on physical features of the Earth.

Answer 16

False

Question 17

What are the two main branches of geography?

Answer 17

Physical geography and human geography.

Question 18

Fill in the blank: The study of the Earth’s physical features is known as __________.

Answer 18

Physical geography

Question 19

What does human geography focus on?

Answer 19

Human geography focuses on the spatial aspects of human existence, including cultures, economies, and interactions.

Question 20

Name one tool commonly used in geography.

Answer 20

GIS (Geographic Information Systems)

Question 21

True or False: Cartography is the science of map-making.

Answer 21

True

Question 22

What is the significance of scale in geography?

Answer 22

Scale helps to understand the relationship between distances on a map and actual distances on the ground.

Question 23

What is the difference between a map and a globe?

Answer 23

A map is a flat representation of the Earth, while a globe is a three-dimensional representation.

Question 24

Fill in the blank: The __________ is an imaginary line that divides the Earth into the Northern and Southern Hemispheres.

Answer 24

Equator

Question 25

What is longitude?

Answer 25

Longitude is the measurement of distance east or west of the Prime Meridian.

Question 26

What is latitude?

Answer 26

Latitude is the measurement of distance north or south of the Equator.

Question 27

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a major focus of physical geography? (A) Urban development (B) Climate patterns (C) Economic systems

Answer 27

B) Climate patterns

Question 28

Define the term 'region' in geography.

Answer 28

A region is an area defined by specific characteristics, which can be physical, cultural, or economic.

Question 29

True or False: The study of geography is only relevant to Earth sciences.

Answer 29

False

Question 30

What are the four spheres of the Earth studied in geography?

Answer 30

Lithosphere, hydrosphere, atmosphere, and biosphere.

Question 31

Fill in the blank: The __________ is the layer of gases surrounding Earth.

Answer 31

Atmosphere

Question 32

What does the term 'sustainability' refer to in geographical studies?

Answer 32

Sustainability refers to the ability to meet present needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.

Question 33

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a component of the Earth system? (A) Atmosphere (B) Technology (C) Biosphere

Answer 33

B) Technology

Question 34

What is the purpose of remote sensing in geography?

Answer 34

Remote sensing is used to collect data about the Earth's surface from a distance, often using satellites.

Question 35

True or False: All maps are accurate representations of the Earth.

Answer 35

False

Question 36

What is a thematic map?

Answer 36

A thematic map focuses on a specific theme or subject area, such as population density or climate.

Question 37

Fill in the blank: __________ is the study of human populations and their movements.

Answer 37

Demography

Question 38

What does 'site' refer to in geography?

Answer 38

Site refers to the specific physical characteristics of a location.

Question 39

What does 'situation' refer to in geography?

Answer 39

Situation refers to the location of a place relative to other places.

Question 40

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is an example of a qualitative research method in geography? (A) Surveys (B) Interviews (C) Statistical analysis

Answer 40

B) Interviews

Question 41

What is the role of a geographer?

Answer 41

A geographer studies the Earth's landscapes, environments, and the relationships between people and their environments.

Question 42

True or False: Geography only studies landforms.

Answer 42

False

Question 43

What is urban geography?

Answer 43

Urban geography is the study of cities and urban processes.

Question 44

Fill in the blank: __________ geography examines the interactions between human activities and the environment.

Answer 44

Environmental

Question 45

Name one impact of globalization on geography.

Answer 45

Globalization can lead to increased cultural exchange and economic interdependence among countries.