Term 2 - Geographies of Interconnection

Question 1

Define the geographical concept of ‘space’

Answer 1

The significance of location and spatial distribution, and ways people organize and manage the space that they live in

Question 2

What are perception influences?

Answer 2

Gender, age, cultural background, religion, education, values, class, time, and employment options.

Question 3

Define the geographical concept of ‘place’

Answer 3

The significance of places and what they are like. Place is often described by people’s mental images, emotions and perceptions.

Question 4

What is a mental map, and what information can we get from looking at one?

Answer 4

A mental map is a drawing that shows our impression of the physical surroundings on a journey or of a place . (Point a to b)

Question 5

Define the geographical concept of ‘interconnection’

Answer 5

That no object of geographical study or in history can be viewed in isolation.

Question 6

Explain what the digital divide is.

Answer 6

It is the growing gap between those who have access to technology and the internet and those who do not.

Question 7

Define the geographical concept of ‘change’

Answer 7

The geographical phenomena of how things have developed over time.

Question 8

Explain what makes a suburb ‘walkable’ (Discuss walkability)

Answer 8

A suburb can be classified as ‘walkable’ if, you can access all of your daily needs within 20 minutes of walking. Factors that make a suburb walkable include school, workplaces, shopping centres, public space, and foot access.

Question 9

Define the geographical concept of ‘environment’

Answer 9

The significance of the environment in human life and the important interrelationships between humans and the environment

Question 10

How can/does the government provide equal access to people with disabilities?

Answer 10

The government provides equal access to everyone by ensuring big lifts, ramps, rails, door sensors, and braillage. These features ensure that people with disabilities have equal access to public facilities.

Question 10

Define the geographical concept of ‘sustainability’

Answer 10

The capacity the environment has to continue supporting our lives and the lives of other living things into the future

Question 11

Define poverty

Answer 11

The state or situation which a person or group of people don’t have enough money or the basic things they need to live.

Question 11

Define the geographical concept of ‘scale’

Answer 11

The way geographical phenomena and problems can be examined at different spatial levels. (personal to local, to regional, national, international, or global)

Question 12

Give 3 reasons why countries practice foreign aid.

Answer 12

1. To provide relief during crises like natural disasters or conflicts.
2. To strengthen diplomatic relations and promote stability and security.
3. To support infrastructure, education, and healthcare in developing countries.

Question 13

What is foreign aid and how does it impact different countries?

Answer 13

Foreign aid is the practise of developed countries giving aid to less developed countries in order to help people overcome poverty. It helps developed countries promote stability, security and prosperity.

Question 14

Define ‘infrastructure’

Answer 14

The facilities, services and installations needed for a society to function

Question 14

Explain what Fair Trade is

Answer 14

The trade between companies in developed countries and producers in developing countries in which fair prices are paid to the producers

Question 15

How does globalisation impact the world? Discuss 2 positives and 2 negatives.

Answer 15

• Expanded business operations worldwide
• Led to millions of people to excape poverty
• Increase in pollution and Global Warming
• Worker exploitation, increasing the digital divide

Question 16

Describe what qualifies something as being remote.

Answer 16

A place situated far from the main centres of population; distant. Far away in terms of space or time, secluded; hidden.

Question 17

What are the features on an isoline map?

Answer 17

The sections between isolines must be coloured. The colours go from light to dark,
Isoline do not touch each other.
Connect points of equal value.
Must have a key.

Question 18

What is Australia’s biggest export?

Answer 18

Iron Ore ($87.9B), The most common destination for the exports of Australia are China ($123B).

Question 19

What is the purpose of an isoline map?

Answer 19

An isoline map shows lines that join all the places with the same value.

Question 20

What is the purpose of the Fair Trade mark?

Answer 20

The fair trade mark ensures products are made fairly and sustainably. It guarantees fair pay for producer, safe working conditions, eco-friendly practices, and community projects. It reduces poverty

Question 21

How can buying fair trade products improve the interconnection between countries?

Answer 21

1. It helps bring producers out of poverty, which leads to stronger international economic ties and more stable economies.
2. Creates a sense of global community and shared responsibility

Question 22

Define infrastructure.

Answer 22

The basic facilities and system serving a country, region, or community.

Question 23

What are the various disabilities that may affect someone’s access to public transportation?

Answer 23

Psychiatric disabilities, intellectual disabilities, hearing impairment, vision impairment, manipulatory disabilities, walking disabilities, and people in wheelchairs.

Question 24

How does foreign aid impact other countries?

Answer 24

Foreign aid helps countries by improving infrastructure, healthcare, and education, boosting development, and reducing poverty. However, it can also lead to dependency and mismanagement.

Question 25

Explain the significance of food security.

Answer 25

Proper nutrition is essential for growth, development, and overall health. A well-fed population is more productive and can contribute to economic growth.