How have transportation improvements changed the way people travel and how goods are shipped worldwide?

Geography and Environmental Impacts Quiz

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John Davis
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11th Grade
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
They have made travel and shipping slower and less efficient.
They have had no impact on travel or shipping.
They have made travel and shipping faster and more efficient.
They have only affected travel within cities, not worldwide shipping.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following geographic factors most influences the development of cities in both China and the United States?
Proximity to deserts
Access to water sources and transportation routes
Distance from the equator
Amount of forested land
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How do natural features like mountains, rivers, and coastlines influence the borders of countries?
They have no effect on country borders.
They often serve as natural boundaries between countries.
They make it easier for countries to merge together.
They only affect the climate, not borders.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is one major impact of CO₂ emissions on the Earth's atmosphere?
They help plants grow faster.
They contribute to global warming and climate change.
They make the air smell better.
They reduce the amount of rainfall.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which human activity is a significant contributor to increased CO₂ emissions?
Planting trees
Riding bicycles
Burning fossil fuels for energy and transportation
Using solar panels
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why are wind farms considered a cleaner alternative to fossil fuels? What are their benefits and limitations?
Wind farms produce renewable energy with minimal emissions, but are limited by location and weather.
Wind farms use fossil fuels to generate power, causing more pollution.
Wind farms are more expensive and less efficient than fossil fuels.
Wind farms are only used in urban areas and have no environmental impact.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
In what ways do fossil fuels offer economic benefits while harming the environment?
Fossil fuels create jobs and revenue but contribute to pollution and climate change.
Fossil fuels are only used for transportation and have no economic impact.
Fossil fuels reduce pollution and are environmentally friendly.
Fossil fuels are not used in modern economies.
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