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List examples of extreme weather that impact the United States. |
Wildfires, Hail Storms, Tornados, Hurricanes, Winter Storms, Droughts |
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How does extreme weather impact the US? |
It cost the United States over a billion dollars and caused great economic and societal impacts. |
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How has technology impacted migration? |
Technology has allowed people to live in places where previously it was difficult. Population is least dense in cold, hot, wet, dry, and high areas. But due to technological advances, people can adapt or modify the environment for their needs. |
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How has tectonic forces shaped the United States? |
Created mountains and fault lines. Linked to natural disasters (earthquakes) |
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How has immigration changed over time in the United States? What lasting impact has it had on the US? |
Originally most immigrants from Europe, now mostly from Latin America; Immigration has led to a culturally diverse population (Ethnicity, language, and religion) |
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Define Megalopolis |
a very large, heavily populated city or urban complex. |
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What is BOSWASH and which US region is it located in? |
An example of megalopolis located in the northeast region of the united states |
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List a positive and negative consequence of gentrification. |
Pros: Brings investment to the area, lowers crime rates, Cons: can drive up rent causing people to not be able to pay their rent or property taz |
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Define Redlining |
refuse (a loan or insurance) to someone because they live in an area deemed to be a poor financial risk. |
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Define Urban Sprawl |
the uncontrolled expansion of urban areas. |
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How can New Urbanism and smart growth help future cities? |
Goal of new urbanism is to reduce sprawl, increase affordable housing, walkable, mixed use neighborhoods, which promote green belts, preserve farm land, and sustainability |
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What is the difference between forced migration and voluntary migration? |
Forced Migration- a negative form of migration, often the result of persecution, development, or exploitation while Voluntary migration - based on one's free will and initiative. |
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According to Zellenski, how does the demographic transition model and the epidemiological transition model impact migration. |
Stage 1: High daily or seasonal migration Stage 2: high international emigration and interregional migration Stage 3 and 4: high international immigraiotn and intraregional migration from cities to suburbs.
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List and explain the five migration laws created by Ravenstein?
1st Law of Migration: |
“Net migration amounts to a fraction of the gross migration between two places” i. Explanation:Every outflow of migration produces an inflow. ii. Migration is not just the number of people leaving the area but also those coming in. iii. Therefore “net migration” is the number of immigrants minus the number of emigrants. iv. By considering both factors of the “net migration” equation you see the actual growth of the city or suburban area. |
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2nd Law of Migration: |
“The majority of migrants move a short distance” i. Explanation:People who migrate are more likely to move a short distance than a long one ii. You are also more likely to move from Dallas to Austin than from Dallas to London (or even Chicago or New York) |
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3rd Law of Migration: |
“Migrants who move longer distances tend to chose big cities destinations” i. Explanation:Typically when people move longer distances their destination is in or near an urban area. ii. It is far more plausible for someone to move to France for the purpose of living and working in Paris than it is for them to move to France solely to enjoy the French countryside. |
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4th Law of Migration: |
“Urban residents are less migratory than inhabitants of rural areas” i. Explanation:Those located in heavy industrial or urban areas are more likely to stay there. |
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5th Law of Migration: |
“Families are less likely to make international moves than young adults” i. Explanation:Young adults have less obligations and transportation costs to worry about when compared to those of a family. ii. Typically, we see younger males moving, than women historically |
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Step Migration |
Migration to a distant destination that occurs in stages ( a little bit at a time) |
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Chain Migration |
- Migration of people to a specific location because relatives or members of the same nationality previously migrated there. |
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Gravity Model |
- Describes the fact that large cities may have great interaction despite distance. Interaction is positively related to population and inversely related to distance |
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Intervening opportunity |
- The presence of a nearer opportunity that greatly diminishes the attractiveness of sites farther away |
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Give an example of a formal region found in the United States. |
U S States, West, Northeast |
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Give an example of a functional region found in the United States. |
Boswash, DFW |
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Give an example of a perceptual region found in the United States. |
Bible Belt, Rust Belt, Sub Belt |
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What caused the steel belt/manufacturing belt to be known as the Rust belt? |
How did it impact migration to the sun belt? Moving Manufacturing to other countries and an economic downturn led to a loss of jobs in the region. This caused many people to move to the south for more economic opportunities |
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What is renewable energy? Give examples and benefits of renewable energy. |
Renewable energy comes from natural sources or processes that are constantly replenished. Examples are Solar, Wind, Hydropower, and Geothermal. |
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Northeast |
● Gateway to the USA (Immigration, Ports) ● Industries: Service and tourism has started to replace manufacturing ● Humid Continental ● BOSWASH |
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Midwest |
● Breadbasket of the US ● Fertile land, waterways ● Humid Continent al Climate |
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South |
● Sun Belt ● Growing population ● HumidSubtropical Climate
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West |
● Diverse landscape ● Diverse Climate ● Water scarcity ● High cost of living ● Diverse economy |
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Pacific |
● Fishing and Forestry ● Marine West Coast Climate |
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Atlantic |
● Prince Edward Island, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, and Newfoundland and Labrador ● mining, farming, fishing, and forestry |
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Central/Core |
● Hydro-electricity ●St. Lawrence River and Great Lakes ● half of the Canadian population ● Ontario and Quebec. ● manufactured goods |
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Prairie |
● alberta, Manitoba, and Saskatchewan ● cattle ranches and large producti on of oil and gas ● richest farmlands ● mining, agriculture, and hydroelectric power |
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West |
● British Columbia ● forestry |
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Territories |
● Nunavut, Yukon Territory, and the Northwes t Territories ● low population ● “Land of the Midnight Sun” |
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Define autonomy |
the right or condition of self-government. |
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How have cultural differences impacted the separatist movement in Quebec? |
It has caused a group of people in Quebec to feel as if they need to become independent of Canada, for they have a different culture than the majority of Canada. |
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How is the United States government divided: a. Explain Federalism |
Governmental power is divided up between one central (federal) government and many smaller regional (state) governments. Each has its own powers and responsibilities |
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Legislative |
—Makes laws (Congress, comprised of the House of Representatives and Senate) |
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Executive |
—Carries out laws (president, vice president, Cabinet, most federal agencies) |
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Judicial |
—Evaluates laws (Supreme Court and other courts) |
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Judicial |
—Evaluates laws (Supreme Court and other courts) |
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How can someone become a US citizen? |
By birth or through naturalization |
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Define Gerrymandering |
is an effort to draw the boundaries of a congressional or legislative district in order to benefit either a particular political party or a particular racial or ethnic group . |
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Define Globalization |
Globalization is a term used to describe the increasing connectedness and interdependence of world cultures and economies. |
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Give an example of Cultural Convergence |
refers to the coming together of cultures, through social, political, and economic means. This new culture then creates a system of shared values. |
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Give an example of Cultural Divergence. |
different parts of a cultural region are exposed to different influences and become dissimilar. |
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Describe the Columbian Exchange - List a benefit of this early example of cultural diffusion. |
Countries gained new crops and livestock |
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Describe the Columbian Exchange - List a negative of this early example of cultural diffusion. |
spread of diseases |
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Economic Benefits of Globalization |
● Opened up markets ● More access to products and services ● Free Trade Networks have allowed for cheaper trade ● Brought jobs to the developing world ● outsourcing/ Multinational corporations |
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Economic Consequences of Globalization |
● Hurt local business ● Unfair advantage to developed countries compared to developing ● Outsourcing/multinational corporations |
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Social Benefits of Globalization |
● Access to culture elements from all around the world ● Diversity leads to tolerance and understanding ● Speedy travel and mass communication |
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Social Consequences of Globalization |
● Diversity can lead to conflicts (Xenophobia) ● Disease travels faster--Pandemics ● Loss of local culture |
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Political Benefits of Globalization |
● Countries can use diplomacy to work together ● Creation of the United Nations after WWII to end conflict and work together on common issues |
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Political Consequences of Globalization |
● lead to terrorism ?? ● lead to conflicts? |
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Environmental Benefits of Globalization |
● Work together on issues like climate change ● Use technology to produce more crops ● Use technology to predict natural disasters |
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Environmental Consequences of Globalization |
● Increase in pollution, especially in the developing world |
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What factors determine foreign policy?
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Protect America and Americans Support economic growth and human rights around the world Increase support for American values like democracy and freedom |
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List options on how the US can respond |
Foreign Aid, Military, Treaties, Sanctions |
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How has globalization influenced US foreign policy? |
Politically: Formed the United Nations to deal with common issues and prevent future conflict Military: United States formed NATO (North Atlantic Treaty Organization) to combat the USSR during the cold war Economically: United States, Mexico, and Canada formed NAFTA to remove trade barrier Shifted policies to fight Terrorism |
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Define Patriotism and give an example. |
Loyalty and support for one’s country. It is the belief that citizens should obey their country’s laws and rally to its defense. Examples: Participating in the representative democracy by registering to vote and voting in elections. Volunteering for community service or running for elected government office. Serving on juries. Obeying all laws and paying taxes. |
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Define Nationalism and give an example |
Belief that each people or ethnic group,known as a “nation,” should have its own government and nation-state. Quebec seperatist movements is example of Nationalism |