Locational Geography Flashcards
What is geography?
Geography is the study of the Earth’s landscapes, environments, and the relationships between people and their environments.
True or False: Geography only studies landforms.
False
What are the two main branches of geography?
Physical geography and human geography.
Fill in the blank: The imaginary line that divides the Earth into the Northern and Southern Hemispheres is called the _________.
Equator
What is a map?
A map is a visual representation of an area that shows physical features, political boundaries, and other information.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a type of map? A) Political B) Physical C) Geological D) Historical
C) Geological
What is a continent?
A continent is one of the Earth’s large landmasses, typically defined by convention rather than strict criteria.
True or False: The Prime Meridian is located at 0 degrees longitude.
True
What is a globe?
A globe is a spherical model of the Earth that accurately represents its geography.
Fill in the blank: The ________ is the longest river in the world.
Nile
What is the purpose of a compass rose on a map?
To show the cardinal directions: North, South, East, and West.
Multiple Choice: Which type of map shows elevation and terrain features? A) Political B) Topographic C) Thematic D) Road
B) Topographic
What does ‘urban’ mean?
Urban refers to areas that are characteristic of a city or town.
True or False: Latitude lines run from east to west.
False
What is a region in geography?
A region is an area defined by certain unifying characteristics, such as culture, language, or physical features.
Fill in the blank: The ________ is the largest ocean on Earth.
Pacific Ocean
What is human geography?
Human geography is the branch of geography that focuses on the relationships between people and their environments.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a physical feature? A) City B) Mountain C) Population D) Language
B) Mountain
What does ‘cartography’ mean?
Cartography is the art and science of map-making.
True or False: All countries are located in the Northern Hemisphere.
False
