Case Studies in Political Geography — Quiz

Question 1

Which factor limited cooperation in Antarctica prior to the Antarctic Treaty?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

great competition for land and resources

Question 2

How does the political structure of Puerto Rico differ from Cuba and Barbados?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Puerto Rico never formally gained independence, while Cuba and Barbados did.

Question 3

Which is a result of the 1961 Antarctic Treaty?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

increase in scientific research

Question 4

Read the scenario. Maria was born and raised in Puerto Rico. She would like to move to New York City in the United States. Based on the political structure of Puerto Rico, which step must Maria take to fulfill her goal?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

travel to the New York City area and find housing

Question 5

Which is a barrier to cooperative scientific research in Antarctica?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

dangerous, freezing temperatures

Question 6

Which scientific discovery is linked to cooperative research in Antarctica?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

the harmful nature of CFCs

Question 7

Which explains Western Sahara’s recent population growth?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

the great number of Moroccan settlers

Question 8

Which is true about the government structure of Puerto Rico?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

An elected governor serves as head of state.

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