Geography 535 – Geography World Affairs

Regions covered in Midterm II: Middle America, South America, Southwest Asia, North Africa and Sub-Saharan Africa. The in-class exam also will be in multiple choice format.

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Geography 213 (GEOG 213-UCAL) Midterm II

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Question 1

What is Afrikaans? (ID-WA2-63)

A	The language of one of South Africa’s major black tribes
B	A derivative of Dutch
C	A form of English spoken in southern Africa
D	The “lingua franca” of East Africa
E	The language of all white South Africans

Question 2

Which of the following South American countries with the strongest European cultural heritage? (ID-WA2-65)

A	Paraguay
B	Brazil
C	Bolivia
D	Uruguay
E	Chile

Question 3

What is the current name of the former nation Zaire in Africa? (ID-WA2-53)

A	Ghana
B	Ivory Coast
C	Cameroon
D	Angola
E	Congo

Question 4

Argentina's federal system has 23 provinces and one autonomous city. Which of the following is the autonomous city? (ID-WA2-30)

A	Mendoza
B	Río Negro
C	Entre Ríos
D	San Juan
E	Buenos Aires

Question 5

Which of the following country is an Empire State? (ID-WA2-43)

A	Liberia
B	Iran
C	Syria
D	Saudi Arabia
E	Algeria

Question 6

After several failures since the 1534 proposal of building the Panama Canal, it was finally constructed by which country? (ID-WA2-36)

A	Germany
B	UK
C	France
D	USA
E	Spain

Question 7

What is the capital city of Israel? (ID-WA2-33)

A	Tel Aviv
B	Ashdod
C	Jerusalem
D	Netanya
E	Haifa

Question 8

Geographically, this part of Africa is characterized by highlands where the high elevation moderates climate. (ID-WA2-54)

A	The "Horn of Africa"
B	Equatorial (Central) Africa
C	West Africa
D	Eastern Africa
E	North Africa

Question 9

According to Köppen–Geiger climate classification system, Sub-Saharan Africa is dominated by what type of climate? (ID-WA2-39)

A	Type C
B	Type H
C	Type B
D	Type A
E	Type D

Question 10

One of the following associations are incorrect? (ID-WA2-68)

A	Uruguay – predominantly European
B	Brazil – Amazon Basin
C	Peru – Incas
D	Bolivia – Altiplano
E	Chile – tropical plantations

Question 11

What is the geographical location of Southern Africa? (ID-WA2-59)

A	In the highlands of Africa
B	South of Congo Basin
C	Eastern part of the "Horn of Africa"
D	North of Sahara Desert
E	Within the "Bulge of Africa"

Question 12

According to Köppen–Geiger climate classification system, what type of climate is more prevalent in the North Africa and SW Asia region? (ID-WA2-21)

A	Type A
B	Type B
C	Type C
D	Type D
E	Type H

Question 13

Which of the following is a true statement about Sub-Saharan Africa? (ID-WA2-49)

A	Most of the countries in this region favors a capitalistic society than a socialistic one.
B	Overwhelming number of countries in this region depends on multiple diversified commodities to maintain their economy.
C	Majority of the population is concentrated in urban areas.
D	Subsistence agriculture industry is dominated by female farmers.
E	Unlike in the past, most countries in this region have large manufacturing industries.

Question 14

What is the dominant religion in South America? (ID-WA2-67)

A	Roman Catholicism
B	Protestant Reformation
C	Eastern Orthodox
D	Islam
E	Anglican Christianity

Question 15

Majority of modern stable jobs (careers) in the African region is concentrated in what area? (ID-WA2-51)

A	Manufacturing
B	Agriculture/Farming
C	Export industry
D	Military
E	Research industry

Question 15 Explanation:

Majority of the "good" jobs are still in the military service.

Question 16

What is the second largest petroleum exporter (outside of OPEC nations)? (ID-WA2-26)

A	USA
B	Canada
C	Mexico
D	Russia
E	UK

Question 17

What is the largest city in South America in terms of human population? (ID-WA2-40)

A	Sao Paulo
B	Bogota
C	Rio de Janeiro
D	Cali
E	Lima

Question 18

What is the location of Mesopotamia? (ID-WA2-24)

A	Northern Egypt near the Nile delta
B	Northern Algeria
C	Southern Arabian Peninsula where modern day Yemen and Oman
D	Northern Libya
E	Between Euphrates and Tigris Rivers

Question 19

Who is responsible for the beginning of the slave trade in Sub-Saharan Africa? (ID-WA2-11)

A	The British Empire
B	The Portuguese and Spanish colonial masters
C	The Dutch colonial masters
D	The Arabic elitists
E	The Roman Empire

Question 19 Explanation:

Contrary to popular belief, it was NOT the Europeans who started the slave trade in this region.

Question 20

Which of the following statement is correct about Brazil? (ID-WA2-60)

A	Brazil was colonized by the Spanish.
B	Current population growth of Brazil is negative (shrinking population).
C	Economic activities are mostly concentrated in the center of the country.
D	Brazil's forward capital is Rio de Janeiro.
E	Brazil is the 8th largest economy in the world.

Question 21

What is the Horn of Africa? (ID-WA2-48)

A	It is a politically unstable geographical region located in the Eastern part of African continent
B	It is the term given by Americans to describe a large region with most politically stable pro-American governments
C	It is the most developed region in central African continent
D	It is the economically developed region of South Africa
E	It is a term use for describing the region

Question 22

In the South American sub-region, the Transitional Mestizo Zone is characterized by... (ID-WA2-17)

A	...sugar plantation and historical black slavery.
B	...the Atlantic and Caribbean coast.
C	...large equatorial rainforest.
D	...large populations of decedents of American (USA).
E	...developing economy and strong Amerindian influence.

Question 23

Which of the following statement is incorrect about West Africa? (ID-WA2-52)

A	Majority of the West African nations were used to be British colonies.
B	The area is also known as the "Bulge of Africa".
C	About 40% of Sub-Saharan Africa's population lives in West Africa.
D	Christianity is the dominant religion in the South part of West Africa.
E	Petroleum (oil) industry plays a vital role in West African economies.

Question 24

Which rivers were the centers for the Mesopotamian Sumerians civilization (ca. 3300 B.C.)? (ID-WA2-16)

A	Nile and Euphrates rivers
B	Tigris and Euphrates rivers
C	Jordan and Nile rivers
D	Blue and White Nile rivers
E	Nile and Tigris rivers

Question 25

After long term White minority control of the government, when did the black majority effectively received the political control of South Africa? (ID-WA2-55)

A	1994
B	1978
C	1975
D	1996
E	1982

Question 26

Substantial white minority lives in South Africa. What other country has a large white minority in this region? (ID-WA2-70)

A	Mozambique
B	Madagascar
C	Tanzania
D	Zimbabwe
E	Angola

Question 27

Panama shares borders with which of the following countries? (ID-WA2-47)

A	Brazil and Ecuador
B	Ecuador and Peru
C	Costa Rica and Colombia
D	Peru and Costa Rica
E	Peru and Colombia

Question 28

When did the Islam emerge in Middle Eastern region? (ID-WA2-19)

A	5th Century
B	3rd Century
C	7th Century
D	10th Century
E	1st Century

Question 29

Where is the Saudi Arabia's largest port? (ID-WA2-27)

A	Dhiba
B	Dammam
C	Jeddah
D	Riyadh
E	Yanbu

Question 30

Which country has the economic and political dominance in the South American region? (ID-WA2-01)

A	USA
B	Brazil
C	Colombia
D	Argentina
E	European Powers such as Britain, Spain, Portugal and France

Question 31

When did the Arab-Israeli conflict begin? (ID-WA2-18)

A	1982
B	1935
C	1957
D	1944
E	1948

Question 32

Which of the following statement is true about Southwest Asia and North Africa? (ID-WA2-07)

A	Water is the most important natural resource in this region.
B	Conventional oil is the most important factor that provided the necessities for expansion of civilizations within this region.
C	In this region, Roman domination was widespread in the last three centuries of AD,
D	North African coastal line has the highest population density within this region.
E	The oldest known civilizations with literacy is the Egyptian civilization around 3000 B.C.

Question 33

The heart of the Inca Empire was situated in what part of the South America? (ID-WA2-12)

A	Near the mouth of the Amazon river basin.
B	Within the Isthmus of Panama.
C	Within the Altiplano region.
D	In the foothills of Andes.
E	In the Patagonia (modern day Argentina and Chile).

Question 34

This sub-region in South West Asia - North Africa has substantial deposits of oil, but extremely high unequal distribution of wealth. (ID-WA2-31)

A	Maghreb
B	Nile Delta
C	Egypt
D	Arabian Peninsula
E	Middle East

Question 35

Which of the following statement is incorrect about Egypt? (ID-WA2-32)

A	Capital of Egypt, Cairo is located within the Neil delta
B	The dominant population is that of non-Arabic descent
C	Over 95% of the country is covered with desert regions
D	Egypt is a "cultural transitional zone" between Europe and Islamic World
E	Large population concentrations situated along the Nile River

Question 36

Brazil has a Federal Republic government system. How many Federal Units are in Brazil? (ID-WA2-29)
Note: I have been informed by the Professor that there will be no questions on exact numbers. However, you can try this question for fun.

A	10
B	30
C	15
D	33
E	24

Question 37

What is the capital city of Saudi Arabia? (ID-WA2-28)

A	Riyadh
B	Mecca
C	Medina
D	Jeddah
E	Al-Ahsa

Question 38

Majority of the current political borders within the African continent is... (ID-WA2-37)

A	...decided by the former colonial powers, who occupied the region.
B	...drawn based on major ethnic tribes.
C	...decided by the African Union after the World War II.
D	...drawn around the ancient African civilizations.
E	...drawn based on the distribution of natural resources and fertile agricultural land.

Question 39

The Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) was established in ___ with the leadership of ___. (ID-WA2-22)

A	1930 , Iran
B	1930 , Saudi Arabia
C	1960 , Saudi Arabia
D	1950 , Iraq
E	1960 , Iraq

Question 40

All of the following countries tried to take control over Afghanistan except, (ID-WA2-57)

A	Germany
B	France
C	Britain
D	USA
E	Russia

Question 41

Which of the following countries is landlocked? (ID-WA2-66)

A	Argentina
B	Peru
C	Bolivia
D	Colombia
E	Chile

Question 42

Which of the following is the capital of Colombia? (ID-WA2-04)

A	Rio de Janeiro
B	Buenos Aires
C	Lima
D	Bogota

Question 43

Which of the following country has a significant population of ethnic Arabs compared to others listed below? (ID-WA2-08)

A	Somalia
B	Iran
C	Tunisia
D	Israel
E	Bahrain

Question 44

Which of the following association is correct? (ID-WA2-23)

A	Turkey - Shiite
B	Iran - Theocracy
C	Saudi Arabia - Kurds
D	Iraq - Roman Catholicism
E	Turkey - Former USSR

Question 44 Explanation:

Theocracy = the ultimate head of the government is a religious figure.

Question 45

Which river situated between Israel and Jordan? (ID-WA2-20)

A	Euphrates River
B	Nile River
C	Indus River
D	Jordan River
E	Tigris River

Question 46

Peru shares borders with the following countries except... (ID-WA2-14)

A	Brazil
B	Ecuador
C	Paraguay
D	Chile
E	Bolivia

Question 47

There are several geographical sub-regions within the North Africa and SW Asia. Which sub region is characterized by the colonial legacy of France and Italy? (ID-WA2-23)

A	Egypt
B	Middle East
C	Arabian Peninsula
D	Nile Delta
E	Maghreb

Question 48

What did the Mexican Revolution of 1910 achieved? (ID-WA2-62)

A	Abolition of slavery in Mexico, which allowed the blacks to vote and hold office.
B	Transition to democracy where an elected official have the final authority in political, economic and social processes.
C	Reestablishment of the Amerindian culture in Mexico.
D	Land reforms where the poor were given rights and opportunity to land ownership.
E	Independence for Mexico where the European powers handover the control of the country to the native population.

Question 49

What is the highest mountain in South America? (ID-WA2-42)

A	Chimborazo
B	Pico da Neblina
C	Aconcagua
D	Ojos del Salado
E	Nevado Sajama

Question 49 Explanation:

Mt. Aconcagua (6,962 m) located in Argentina.

Question 50

African nations had several military coups and dictatorships over the years. Which part of Africa has the most frequent and most highest number of military coups? (ID-WA2-56)

A	North Africa
B	West Africa
C	Mountain highlands
D	Equatorial (Central) Africa
E	Eastern Africa

Question 51

Which country in Sub-Saharan Africa has successfully developed a sustainable economic system for natural resources exploitation? (ID-WA2-45)

A	Angola
B	South Africa
C	Kenya
D	Sudan
E	Nigeria

Question 51 Explanation:

In addition to the famous South African diamond industry, the country also has a strong economic system for other natural resources such as other minerals.

Question 52

The Great Rift Valley has ____ subdivisions based on geophysical differences. (ID-WA2-38)

A	four
B	two
C	three
D	five
E	one

Question 52 Explanation:

Western Rift Valley and the Eastern Rift Valley.

Question 53

According to Köppen–Geiger climate classification system, coastal areas of the Pacific region (Western coast) of the South America has what type of climate? (ID-WA2-09)

A	Type C
B	Type B
C	Type A
D	Type H
E	Type D

Question 54

"Mulattos" are people who are mixed race of what two groups of people? (ID-WA2-05)

A	American and Amerindian
B	European and black
C	Caribbean and black
D	Amerindian and European
E	Amerindian and black

Question 55

Who/what/where are Afrikaners? (ID-WA2-58)

A	A group of people who are mixed race between Africans and Europeans.
B	Decedents of former Dutch settlers in South Africa.
C	A separatist political party that caused the current instability in Somalia.
D	A geographical region in the sub-Saharan Africa that is dominated by White majority.
E	An autonomous region within Nigeria.

Question 56

One of the following countries does not lie within the transitional zone between North Africa and Sub-Saharan Africa? (ID-WA2-64)

A	Nigeria
B	Sudan
C	Chad
D	Mali
E	Angola

Question 57

Which statement is true about Turkestan? (ID-WA2-34)

A	It was used to be a part of USSR
B	It has the best currently functioning democracy in this region
C	It was dominated by a large Christian population
D	It was colonized by the French and Italians
E	It is located within a North African desert oasis.

Question 58

Which of the following is used as a basis for unifying the South American population? (ID-WA2-03)

A	Economic policies based on American style capitalism
B	Common European ancestor
C	African culture
D	Spanish culture
E	Roman Catholicism

Question 59

Geographically, which part of South America is more developed compared to rest of the continent? (ID-WA2-02)

A	Amazon agricultural region
B	Northern regions
C	Central regions
D	"Southern Cone" region
E	None of the answers are correct

Question 60

Which of the following country can be consider as a failed state in the Southwest Asia and North Africa region? (ID-WA2-13)

A	South Africa
B	Libya
C	Somalia
D	Iran
E	Saudi Arabia

Question 61

Which city is the colonial capital of the Spanish South American Empire? (ID-WA2-15)

A	Santiago
B	Lima
C	Altiplano
D	San Paulo
E	Buenos Aires

Question 62

Lima is one of the most populous cities in South America. Lima is the capital of what South American country? (ID-WA2-41)

A	Colombia
B	Peru
C	Brazil
D	Argentina
E	Chile

Question 63

After a major economic collapse during the Spanish conquest of Mexico, what industry helped the early development of the country in the 1600s and 1700s? (ID-WA2-61)

A	Tourism Industry
B	Manufacturing Industry
C	Military Service
D	Mining Industry
E	Agriculture Industry

Question 64

Uruguay shares a border with this nation. (ID-WA2-35)

A	Peru
B	Venezuela
C	Colombia
D	Argentina
E	Paraguay

Question 65

Amazon basin covers over ___ of the South American continent. (ID-WA2-10)

A	80%
B	30%
C	50%
D	5%
E	60%

Question 66

What is Berlin Conference? (ID-WA2-50)

A	An economic conference that eventually resulted in African Union.
B	It introduced an intervention program by the European powers to help promote economic development and education in the 21st Century Africa.
C	It was organized by South Africa to promote their mineral (specifically diamond) trade.
D	It was arranged by Germany to help promote democracy and prevent dictatorships in Sub-Saharan Africa.
E	Resulted in new form of European colonization and trade in Africa.

Question 66 Explanation:

Berlin Conference of 1884 to divide the control of African continent among European colonial powers.

Question 67

According to Köppen–Geiger climate classification system, this region of the Sub-Saharan Africa has a Mediterranean style climate. (ID-WA2-46)

A	Within the transition between Sub-Saharan Africa and North Africa
B	In the Madagascar
C	Around Cape Town
D	Within the Congo Basin
E	Around Namib

Question 68

Which of the following capital city is built to stimulate economic development in the interior? (ID-WA2-69)

A	Brasilia
B	Sao Paulo
C	Rio de Janeiro
D	Lima
E	Caracas

Question 69

Which group dominated the Eastern Mediterranean during first three AD centuries? (ID-WA2-06)

A	Alexander the Great
B	Muslims
C	Persians
D	Romans
E	Arabs

Question 70

Which of the following statement is true? (ID-WA2-44)

A	The separatism is a growing problem within the native ("Indian") population of Amazon Basin.
B	Iran shares a border with Afganistan and Turkmenistan.
C	Turkey's current political system (2015) is a theocracy.
D	Brazil was predominantly colonized by the Spanish.
E	Iraq is a landlocked country.

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