Cumulative Exam — Cumulative exam Answers

Which two political ideas were most influential in Europe after World War II? A. democracy and theocracy B. socialism and communism C. democracy and communism D. socialism and theocracy Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

Why is French still used as the language for commerce in Morocco and Algeria? A. Both countries are seeking membership in the European Union, which requires the use of a European language. B. Arabic is used only for religious purposes, and it is sacrilegious to use it for anything else. C. Both countries are former colonies of France. D. The French prime minister is the head of state for both countries. Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

Because of large reserves that center around the Persian Gulf, the Middle East often produces as much as two-thirds of the world’s supply of __________. A. water B. cattle C. coal D. petroleum Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

The active seismic region surrounding the Pacific Ocean is known as the __________. A. Great Barrier Reef B. Ring of Fire C. Great Artesian Basin D. Vinson Massif region Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

The __________ is an important waterway that connects the Mediterranean Sea to the Red Sea. A. Dead Sea B. Jordan River C. Bab al-Mandab D. Suez Canal Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

The majority of Europe’s raw materials are imported. Consider the relationship between that fact and the air and water pollution in Europe today. What best explains this relationship? A. Europe imports large amounts of raw materials for its manufacturing industry, and industrialization without regulation has resulted in air and water pollution. B. Europe requires large amounts of raw materials to replace those which have been depleted, and the mining and lumbering of Europe’s raw materials led to air and water pollution. C. The region is struggling with air and water pollution caused by careless farming practices. D. The Industrial Revolution is largely to blame for the air and water pollution in Europe today. Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

The government of New Zealand reached a settlement with the Maori people in 1995. Which of the following was not one of that terms that was agreed upon in that settlement? A. The government returned some the land to the Maori people. B. The Maori people received payment from the government. C. The government of New Zealand issued a formal apology to the Maori people. D. Maori was added as an official language. Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

Analyze the map below and answer the question that follows. Based on the map above and your understanding of climate zones, which region is best suited for agriculture? A. One (1) B. Two (2) C. Three (3) D. Four (4) Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

Which of the following statements about the economies of the Pacific Islands is false? A. Tourism is an important part of the economies of the Pacific Islands. B. Each Pacific Island economy centers around the production of wool products. C. Some island countries receive aid from wealthier nations. D. Most Pacific Island countries import large quantities of raw materials in order to export finished products. Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

All of the following regions in the United States have higher population densities, except the __________. A. Southwest B. Northeast C. Pacific Coast D. Great Lakes Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

Which of the following statements best explains the relationship between medicines and concerns about the shrinking of the Amazon Rainforest? A. In an effort to protect the Amazon, the Brazilian government has limited the amount of medical research that can be done in the rainforest. B. Creating medicine requires large amounts of resources, and harvesting these resources is leading to deforestation of the Amazon. C. The byproducts of many medicines are responsible for polluting the Amazon River. D. Many medicines are created from plants in the rainforest; without them, doctors and scientists may not be able to treat and cure many diseases. Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

The traditional physical boundary between Europe and Asia is the __________. A. Pyrenees B. Himalayan Mountain Range C. Ural Mountain Range D. Ganges River Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

Analyze the map below and answer the question that follows. Which of the following physical characteristics best explains the climate of the area that is circled in black on the climate map above? A. the Gobi Desert B. the Himalayan Mountains C. the Malay Archipelago D. the Ural Mountains Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

The post-colonial political climate of most Latin American countries is best described as __________. A. stable; following independence, most countries established democratic governments that have been largely successful B. stable; following independence, most countries established dictatorial governments that have been largely successful. C. unstable; following independence, many countries experienced shifting political leadership, coups, and civil wars D. unstable; following independence, many countries elected a series of democratic leaders who were ineffective Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

Analyze the photo below and answer the question that follows. Photo by Michael Nickel The problem of __________ has caused soil exhaustion and erosion in the Amazon Rainforest. A. tectonic activity B. reforestation C. deforestation D. sinkhole formation Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

The primary intent of the European Union is to __________ by increasing economic and political relations between member nations. A. create a space exploration program B. diminish the role of religion in government C. prevent future conflict on the continent D. strengthen public education Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

During the __________ Revolution of the 18th and 19th centuries, Europe underwent major developments in industry. A. Agricultural B. Industrial C. Social D. Environmental Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

Since 1965, the majority of immigrants to the United States have come from __________. A. Eastern Europe and Africa B. Latin America and Asia C. Western Europe and the Pacific Islands D. Oceania and Africa Please select the best answer from the choices provided.