Cumulative Exam — Cumulative exam Answers

Many of the agricultural workers in Central Asia’s cotton fields are __________.A.slavesB.childrenC.servantsD.soldiers

The United States is the world leader in the production of __________.A.iron oreB.natural gasC.oilD.timber

Which of the following statements about United States energy use is false?A.The United States is one of the world’s largest consumers of energy.B.The United States is beginning to make use of alternative energy sources.C.The United States is one of the world’s smallest producers of energy.D.The United States has promoted the use of fuel-efficient products.

Which of the following economic sectors makes up the greatest portion of Australia’s GDP?A.manufacturingB.servicesC.mining D.agriculture

Analyze the map below and answer the question that follows. Image by e2020 The map above is a climate map of the Middle East. Which of these answers best describes the characteristics of the areas colored in light yellow (Letter A)? A. mild summers and cool winters; moderate rainfall B. cool summers and cold winters; temperatures commonly below freezing C. summers with temperatures over 100ºF; plenty of rainfall throughout the year D. summers with temperatures over 100ºF; very little rainfall throughout the year Please select the best answer from the choices provided

All of the following climate regions are located in East Asia except the __________ region. A. humid subtropical B. tropical wet and dry C. highlands D. semiarid Please select the best answer from the choices provided

The largest desert in the world is found in __________.A.southern AfricaB.northern AfricaC.eastern AsiaD.North America

People living in northern Russia use __________ as their dominant source of transportation because it can withstand harsh, cold climates. A.highway systemsB.sea transport by shipC.dogsled systemsD.railroads

Analyze the map below and answer the questions that follow. The Congo Rainforest is located in which region on the map above? A. region A B. region B C. region C D. region D Please select the best answer from the choices provided

In Europe, many natural resources have been __________ because they have been overused.A.depletedB.renewedC.replacedD.conserved

Which of the following characteristics do the economies of the United Kingdom, Germany, and Russia have in common?A.They are the world’s three leading economies.B.They are all highly developed economies. C.They all have major issues with corruption.D.They are all mixed economies.

Which of the following issues is the most significant challenge facing the people of the Middle East today?A.dust stormsB.freezing temperaturesC.earthquakesD.water scarcity

Ryan is in Australia to study the effects of algae on the coral reef. He is conducting his research in a __________ ecosystem.A.desertB.grasslandC.marineD.rainforest

Two common activities that greatly affect the economies of South and Southeast Asia include terracing and __________.A.huntingB.gold miningC.outsourcingD.auto production

Analyze the image below and answer the question that follows. Photo by Ernesto Graf Which of the following statements are characteristics of the desert fox (pictured above)? i. It is found in the deserts of Iran. ii. It is nocturnal. iii. It has adapted to its harsh climate. A. i. only B. ii. only C. iii. only D. i., ii., and iii. Please select the best answer from the choices provided

Russia is the world’s largest producer of __________. A. lumber B. coal C. natural gas D. nuclear energy Please select the best answer from the choices provided

Analyze the map below and answer the question that follows. According to the map above, all of the following countries are important producers of petroleum except __________. A. Brazil B. Venezuela C. Colombia D. Uruguay Please select the best answer from the choices provided

Hydroelectric plants use __________ to produce electricity. A. fire B. sunlight C. water D. wind Please select the best answer from the choices provided

Economic corruption is a major issue in __________. A. Germany B. Russia C. the United Kingdom D. Romania Please select the best answer from the choices provided

Which of the following is not a challenge to the Cuban economy? A. The country exports all of its products to the United States. B. The country’s economic system is inefficient. C. The country has severe shortages of consumer products. D. The country’s GDP and income are both very low. Please select the best answer from the choices provided