Definitions

Question 1

Ethnicity

Answer 1

Ethnicity in geography refers to shared nationality, culture, ancestry, language and beliefs that define a distinct group within a geographic area.

Question 2

Graffiti

Answer 2

Graffiti is unauthorized public markings or art often on walls, seen as a form of self-expression or protest.

Question 3

Patron

Answer 3

Someone who supports or gives gifts to a person, organization, or cause

Question 4

Infrastructure

Answer 4

The facilities, services and installations needed for a society to function, such as transportation and communications systems, water pipes and power lines

Question 5

Street art

Answer 5

Street art is creative public art that transforms outdoor spaces with artistic expressions, often with social or cultural messages.

Question 6

Stereotype

Answer 6

A widely held but fixed and oversimplified image or idea of a particular type of person or thing.

Question 7

National Park

Answer 7

A park or reserve set aside for conservation purposes

Question 8

GDP

Answer 8

Gross domestic product - A measure of a country’s wealth; a GDP of$10 000 per capita means that the country produces$10 000 worth of goods and services in a year for every citizen

Question 9

Masai

Answer 9

Are an indigenous ethnic group primarily residing in parts of Kenya and Tanzania in East Africa. Known for their distinctive cultural practices, vibrant clothing, and traditional semi-nomadic lifestyle

Question 10

Perception

Answer 10

How people see and understand places based on their experiences and feelings, which can be different for each person due to their background and knowledge.

Question 11

Difference between graffiti and street art

Answer 11

Graffiti is like vandalism, involving unauthorized markings. Street art is creative and meaningful, turning public spaces into artistic displays.

Question 12

LIC

Answer 12

Low Income Country. E.g. Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Benin

Question 13

MIC

Answer 13

Middle Income Country. E.g. Brazil, Russia, India, and China.

Question 14

HIC

Answer 14

High Income Country. E.g. Canada, Australia, America and Singapore

Question 15

MNC

Answer 15

Multi National Company  Example: Coca Cola, Nike

Question 16

CBD

Answer 16

Central Business District

Question 17

What are the 8 Major Influences that shape our perception of a place

Answer 17

Class
Age
Race
Ethnicity
Gender
Language
Values
Religion

Question 18

Define developed in geography

Answer 18

A developed country is one that is considered to have a high standard of living, such as: good housing, good education system, longer life expectancy.

Question 19

define mature age in geography

Answer 19

A mature age tourist, also known as a senior tourist, is an older individual who travels for leisure. They are typically retired or close to retirement age and have different travel priorities, seeking comfort, cultural experiences, and convenience

Question 20

define winter solstice in geography

Answer 20

The winter solstice in geography refers to the specific moment in time when the Northern Hemisphere experiences its shortest day and longest night of the year.

Question 21

What is the economic multiplier effect

Answer 21

The economic multiplier effect is when an initial injection of money into an economy results in a larger increase in economic activity overall. This happens because the initial money injection helps to create more jobs, increase wages, and boost consumer spending.

As a result, this increased economic activity then generates even more economic benefits, creating a positive feedback loop that can lead to sustained economic growth.