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Intro to Geography (Exam 1) With Complete Solutions Latest Update
Intro to Geography (Exam 1) With Complete Solutions Latest Update
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Intro to Geography (Exam 1) With Complete Solutions Latest UpdateWhat is the study of geography? - correct answers People, place, environment and space.
What is physical geography? - correct answers How and why physical characteristics are where they are and
how they influence life. Climate, landforms, and natural hazards. World's resources not equally distributed.
What is cultural geography? - correct answers How and why human conditions are where they are and how
they influence life. Migrations, foods, wars, and religions.
What does it meant to "think geographically"? - correct answers Use a spatial context. Ex/ Naval boats
apprehended by Iran.
What is a scale? - correct answers The geographic scope (local, regional or global) by which we analyze and
understand a phenomenon. Ex. poverty
What is a geographic region? - correct answers An area which shares distinct characteristics. It can be physical
regions or cultural regions. Basically how geographers group/classify places.
, What are three types of regions? - correct answers Formal, functional and perceptual regions.
What is a formal region? - correct answers It is defined by at least 1 common trait (physical or cultural). It is
commonly accepted. Ex. Political region (states and countries)
What is a functional region? - correct answers A region often defined around a particular point (called the
node). Each part of the region is connected to the node. Examples: Metro regions, LDS Region and Sports Fan
Region
What is a perceptual region? - correct answers A region that is defined by an individual's subjective images of
a particular area. Ex. Varying perceptions of "The South"
What is Regional Identity? - correct answers People are emotionally tied to a region. Ex. Texas and Great
whoopie pie (Maine or PA)
What are perceptions of places? - correct answers A belief/idea of what a place is like. Very personal and often
emotional. Can influence behavior and decisions. May not be "accurate".
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