World Geography: Western Hemisphere — Quiz

Question 1

Which physical feature is located at A?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Yucatan Peninsula

Question 2

Which desert is located at B?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Mojave Desert

Question 3

Which geographic region covers the majority of the northeastern United States?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Appalachian Mountains

Question 4

Which statement about the populations of North American countries is correct?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

The United States is the most-populated country on the continent, followed by Mexico and Canada.

Question 5

How did European colonization influence the cultures of South America, Central America, and the Caribbean? Choose three correct answers.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

African slaves were brought to these regions.; Missionaries developed writing systems for some native languages.; European languages spread throughout these areas.

Question 6

Which is the most widely practiced religion in North America?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Christianity

Question 7

Which statements regarding the cultural characteristics of South America are true? Choose three correct answers.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Most South Americans speak Spanish or Portuguese, but other European and native languages are also spoken in the region.; South Americans have worked to expand native language programs to preserve native cultures.; Native civilizations and European colonization have been two important influences on South American culture.

Question 8

Which characteristics do North American, South American, Central American, and Caribbean regions share? Choose two correct answers.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Native cultures have had important influences on modern cultures.; Christianity is the most widely practiced religion.

Question 9

Which mountain range is located in South America?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Andes Mountains

Question 10

Which city is located in Brazil?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Rio de Janeiro

World Geography: Western Hemisphere — Quiz Answers

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