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

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	Middle East
D	Arabian Peninsula
E	Egypt

Question 2

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

A	Russia
B	Canada
C	Mexico
D	UK
E	USA

Question 3

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	1975
C	1978
D	1996
E	1982

Question 4

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	Christianity is the dominant religion in the South part of West Africa.
D	About 40% of Sub-Saharan Africa's population lives in West Africa.
E	Petroleum (oil) industry plays a vital role in West African economies.

Question 5

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 populations of decedents of American (USA).
D	...large equatorial rainforest.
E	...developing economy and strong Amerindian influence.

Question 6

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

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

Question 7

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

Question 8

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

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

Question 9

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

A	Colombia
B	Paraguay
C	Argentina
D	Peru
E	Venezuela

Question 10

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

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

Question 11

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

Question 12

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

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

Question 13

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	Within the Congo Basin
C	Around Namib
D	Around Cape Town
E	In the Madagascar

Question 14

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	Brazil was predominantly colonized by the Spanish.
C	Turkey's current political system (2015) is a theocracy.
D	Iran shares a border with Afganistan and Turkmenistan.
E	Iraq is a landlocked country.

Question 15

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

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

Question 16

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

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

Question 16 Explanation:

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

Question 17

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

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

Question 18

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

A	Dammam
B	Dhiba
C	Yanbu
D	Jeddah
E	Riyadh

Question 19

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

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

Question 20

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

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

Question 21

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

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

Question 22

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

A	Brazil
B	Chile
C	Ecuador
D	Paraguay
E	Bolivia

Question 23

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

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

Question 24

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

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

Question 25

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

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

Question 26

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	24
B	33
C	30
D	10
E	15

Question 27

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

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

Question 28

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

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

Question 29

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

A	Nigeria
B	South Africa
C	Sudan
D	Kenya
E	Angola

Question 29 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 30

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

A	Peru
B	Bolivia
C	Colombia
D	Chile
E	Argentina

Question 31

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

A	Tanzania
B	Madagascar
C	Angola
D	Zimbabwe
E	Mozambique

Question 32

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

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

Question 33

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

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

Question 33 Explanation:

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

Question 34

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

A	Netanya
B	Haifa
C	Ashdod
D	Jerusalem
E	Tel Aviv

Question 35

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

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

Question 36

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

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

Question 37

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

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

Question 38

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

Question 39

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

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

Question 39 Explanation:

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

Question 40

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

Question 41

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

A	Iran
B	Saudi Arabia
C	Liberia
D	Syria
E	Algeria

Question 42

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

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

Question 42 Explanation:

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

Question 43

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	Nile and Tigris rivers
E	Blue and White Nile rivers

Question 44

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

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

Question 45

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

Question 46

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

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

Question 47

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

A	Chad
B	Sudan
C	Nigeria
D	Angola
E	Mali

Question 48

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	Caracas
E	Lima

Question 49

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

A	Brazil
B	Colombia
C	Chile
D	Peru
E	Argentina

Question 50

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

Question 51

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

Question 52

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

A	Bolivia
B	Uruguay
C	Paraguay
D	Brazil
E	Chile

Question 53

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

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

Question 54

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

A	Iran
B	Tunisia
C	Somalia
D	Israel
E	Bahrain

Question 55

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

A	Angola
B	Ivory Coast
C	Cameroon
D	Ghana
E	Congo

Question 56

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

A	Rio de Janeiro
B	Bogota
C	Lima
D	Buenos Aires

Question 57

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

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

Question 58

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

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

Question 58 Explanation:

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

Question 59

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

A	UK
B	Germany
C	France
D	USA
E	Spain

Question 60

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

A	Germany
B	France
C	USA
D	Britain
E	Russia

Question 61

What is Afrikaans? (ID-WA2-63)

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

Question 62

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

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

Question 63

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

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

Question 64

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

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

Question 65

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

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

Question 66

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

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

Question 67

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

A	1944
B	1948
C	1982
D	1935
E	1957

Question 68

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

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

Question 69

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

A	five
B	four
C	three
D	one
E	two

Question 69 Explanation:

Western Rift Valley and the Eastern Rift Valley.

Question 70

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

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

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