Praxis Social Studies Domain 4: Geography Welcome to your Praxis Social Studies Domain 4: Geography 1. Praxis Social Studies: Geography Which of the following geographic concepts explains the reasons behind the uneven distribution of population in mountainous areas? A. Cultural diffusion B. Geographical determinism C. Urban sprawl D. Topographical barriers None 2. Praxis Social Studies: Geography The term "orographic rainfall" is best described as precipitation that occurs when: A. Moist air rises over a mountain and cools down. B. Cold and warm air masses meet at coastal areas. C. There is intense solar radiation in desert regions. D. Cyclonic activity generates heavy rainfall. None 3. Praxis Social Studies: Geography The concept of "centrifugal forces" in political geography refers to: A. Forces that unify a state. B. Forces that divide a state or lead to fragmentation. C. Natural resources that enhance a country's economic power. D. Geopolitical strategies that expand a country's influence. None 4. Praxis Social Studies: Geography The concept of "carrying capacity" in an ecological context primarily refers to: A. The maximum population size of a species that an environment can sustain indefinitely. B. The total land area required to sustain an urban environment. C. The ability of a region to support industrial development. D. The volume of resources that can be exported from an ecosystem. None 5. Praxis Social Studies: Geography The concept of "shifting cultivation" is commonly associated with: A. Industrial agriculture in developed countries. B. Urban gardening practices. C. Traditional farming methods in tropical rainforest regions. D. Sustainable farming in arid zones. None 6. Praxis Social Studies: Geography In the context of urban geography, the term "gentrification" most accurately refers to: A. The decline of urban centers due to economic recession. B. The expansion of suburban areas into rural lands. C. The transformation of lower-income neighborhoods by wealthier residents. D. The creation of new industrial zones in urban areas. None 7. Praxis Social Studies: Geography The principle of "contagious diffusion" in geography describes a process where: A. Cultural traits spread evenly across space from their origin. B. An idea or innovation spreads outward from its hearth through direct contact. C. Information is selectively adopted by distant societies. D. Innovations leapfrog over closer areas to farther ones. None 8. Praxis Social Studies: Geography The term "exurb" refers to: A. A high-density urban core. B. A district outside a city, especially a prosperous area beyond the suburbs. C. A small rural community. D. The industrial section of a city. None 9. Praxis Social Studies: Geography In geography, the term "archipelago" is best defined as: A. A large group of islands. B. An underwater mountain range. C. A narrow strip of land connecting two larger landmasses. D. A plateau surrounded by mountains. None 10. Praxis Social Studies: Geography The concept of "polder" is most closely associated with which country's efforts to reclaim land from the sea? A. Japan B. Netherlands C. United States D. Brazil None 11. Praxis Social Studies: Geography The "Ring of Fire" is a geographic area known for: A. Extensive petroleum reserves. B. High biodiversity and rainforest ecosystems. C. A high number of earthquakes and volcanic activity. D. The largest continuous sand desert in the world. None 12. Praxis Social Studies: Geography The term "Chernozem" refers to: A. A type of cold desert found in Central Asia. B. Fertile black soil rich in humus, typical of temperate grasslands. C. An urban heat island effect in large cities. D. A geological formation characterized by steep cliffs. None 13. Praxis Social Studies: Geography Which term describes the geographical concept where a country's shape affects its political, economic, and social processes? A. Geopolitical morphology B. Demographic transition C. Spatial diffusion D. Cultural convergence None 14. Praxis Social Studies: Geography The concept of "thalassocracy" is best associated with: A. A country's dominance over terrestrial trade routes. B. The influence of mountainous terrain on a nation's development. C. A state's power derived from its naval and maritime capabilities. D. The impact of desert climates on political stability. None 15. Praxis Social Studies: Geography The "Albedo Effect" in environmental geography refers to: A. The absorption of solar radiation by urban areas. B. The reflection of solar radiation by Earth's surface. C. The impact of high altitude on climate conditions. D. The greenhouse effect due to increased carbon dioxide levels. None 16. Praxis Social Studies: Geography "Transhumance" is a practice most commonly associated with: A. Urban to rural migration patterns. B. Seasonal movement of livestock between mountains and lowland pastures. C. Coastal communities adapting to changing sea levels. D. Nomadic tribes transitioning to agricultural lifestyles. None 17. Praxis Social Studies: Geography The term "Antipodes" in geography is used to refer to: A. Regions experiencing the same climate patterns. B. Points on the Earth's surface directly opposite each other. C. Areas sharing similar cultural traits. D. Bordering countries with contrasting economic systems. None 18. Praxis Social Studies: Geography The process of "salinization" most significantly impacts: A. Mountain ecosystems. B. Tropical rainforests. C. Agricultural land in arid regions. D. Urban industrial areas. None 19. Praxis Social Studies: Geography A "conurbation" is best described as: A. A merging of two or more urban areas. B. A decline in urban population due to migration. C. A singular, isolated urban settlement. D. A coastal city vulnerable to sea-level rise. None 20. Praxis Social Studies: Geography The concept of "isostasy" in physical geography refers to: A. The equilibrium between continental crust and the denser mantle below it. B. The variation in solar radiation at different latitudes. C. The shifting of tectonic plates causing volcanic activity. D. The process of desertification in arid regions. None 21. Praxis Social Studies: Geography The "Demographic Transition Model" typically consists of how many stages? A. Three B. Four C. Five D. Six None 22. Praxis Social Studies: Geography "Loess" is most commonly associated with: A. Volcanic ash deposits. B. Wind-deposited, fertile soil. C. Sediments in river deltas. D. Glacial moraines. None 23. Praxis Social Studies: Geography The principle of "environmental determinism" in geography argues that: A. Economic development is primarily determined by cultural factors. B. Political systems are directly influenced by geographical location. C. Human behavior and societal development are strongly influenced by the physical environment. D. Technological advancements are the key determinants of environmental change. None 24. Praxis Social Studies: Geography The concept of "riparian rights" is primarily associated with: A. Mineral extraction regulations. B. Land use in urban development. C. Water rights along river courses. D. Coastal management and erosion control. None 25. Praxis Social Studies: Geography "Exotic rivers" are best defined as rivers that: A. Originate in humid regions and flow through arid areas. B. Are found only in tropical rainforest ecosystems. C. Have unusually high biodiversity. D. Flow in a reverse direction compared to most rivers. None 26. Praxis Social Studies: Geography The "Hadley Cell" is an atmospheric feature most closely associated with: A. Polar climates. B. Mid-latitude weather patterns. C. Tropical rain belts and subtropical deserts. D. The formation of monsoons in South Asia. None 27. Praxis Social Studies: Geography The "Roaring Forties" are: A. Mountain ranges known for their high winds. B. Strong westerly winds found in the Southern Hemisphere. C. Earthquake zones along the Pacific Rim. D. Rapid ocean currents in the Atlantic Ocean. None 28. Praxis Social Studies: Geography The term "acculturation" in human geography refers to: A. The loss of cultural identity due to globalization. B. The process of adopting cultural traits or social patterns of another group. C. The division of a cultural region into smaller units. D. The emergence of new cultural practices within urban spaces. None 29. Praxis Social Studies: Geography In urban planning, the term "green belt" refers to: A. Areas designated for industrial development. B. Zones identified for high-density housing. C. Regions set aside for agricultural purposes. D. A ring of parkland or undeveloped land around a city to limit urban sprawl. None 30. Praxis Social Studies: Geography "Pedology" in geography is the study of: A. Mountain formations. B. River systems and hydrology. C. Soils in their natural environment. D. Human migration patterns. None 1 out of 30 Time is Up! Time's up