What Is Geography?

Question 1

Geo = ?

Graphy = ?

Answer 1

Geo = “Earth”

Graphy = “To describe (or explain)”

Question 2

Key Questions?

Answer 2

1. Where are things located on the Earth?
2. What are the connections between people and Earth?
3. How can we illustrate this information to understand it better?

Question 3

Name two types of Geography:

Answer 3

1. Physical

2. Human

Question 4

What is physical Geography?

Answer 4

Physical Geography is the study of natural systems, ecosystems, and environments.

Question 5

What is Human Geography?

Answer 5

Human Geography is the study of human activity and the relationships between humans and the natural world.

Question 6

Name the 6 themes of Geography:

Answer 6

1. Location
2. Place
3. Human/Environment (interaction)
4. Movement
5. Regions

Question 7

Name Major Topics of Geography:

Answer 7

1. What is Geography?
2. Maps and Graphs
3. Regions, systems, and sustainability
4. Issues in Geography

Question 8

Define United Nations:

Answer 8

A universal organization that resolves problems that one country cannot if they act alone.

Question 9

Name the three major issues identified by the United States:

Answer 9

1. Climate Change
2. AID’s
3. International Terrorism

Question 10

What is a Geographic Issue?

Answer 10

A complex problem affecting future society. Requires debate, dialogue, and long term solutions.

Question 11

Name four major issues:

Answer 11

1. Social
2. Economic
3. Environment
4. Political

Question 12

What is Geography?

Answer 12

Geography is the study of the Earth.