AP Success - AP Human Geography: Comprehensive Set 3
Question 1
The concept of sovereignty is central to the definition of a state. Which of the following scenarios most directly challenges the sovereignty of a state?
A decline in national GDP due to global economic downturns
The intervention of international peacekeeping forces during a civil war
A high rate of emigration resulting in a significant loss of skilled workers
The signing of a free trade agreement with neighboring countries
An increase in the number of non-governmental organizations operating within its borders
Question 2
In a context of increased globalization, which of the following best describes the concept of cultural resilience?
The susceptibility of a culture to adopt foreign customs and practices
The dominance of one culture over others in the global arena
The preservation of culture through isolation from other cultures
The ability of a culture to maintain its core practices despite external influences
The tendency of cultures to blend and form new hybrid identities
Question 3
In an attempt to reduce income inequality, a government implements policies to redistribute wealth more evenly. If successful, these policies would most directly affect the country's:
GINI coefficient by decreasing it
Urbanization rate by decreasing it
Industrial productivity by decreasing it
Agricultural output by increasing it
GDP per capita by increasing it
Question 4
If the residents of Thirsty Town want to minimize transportation costs for importing goods from both the Hops & Grain Fields and the Mountain Springs, where should they place a new distribution center?
Thirsty Town.
At the Rail Junction
3 miles from Thirsty Town on 10 Mile Rd. towards Hops & Grain Fields
3 miles from Thirsty Town on 10 Mile Rd. towards Mountain Springs
At Thirsty Town
Equidistant from Hops & Grain Fields and Mountain Springs on the perimeter of Thirsty Town
Question 5
Based on the principle of least cost theory, what factor would most likely influence the location of a brewery in the context of the provided image?
Thirsty Town.
Proximity to Mountain Springs for fresh water
Proximity to the Rail Junction for transportation efficiency
Equidistant location between the Hops & Grain Fields, Thirsty Town, and Mountain Springs
Proximity to Hops & Grain Fields for raw materials
Proximity to Thirsty Town for a labor force
Question 6
Considering von Thünen’s land use model, which location is most likely to have the highest land value in the context of the provided image?
Thirsty Town.
Thirsty Town
Mountain Springs
Rail Junction
Hops & Grain Fields
Midway on 10 Mile Rd. between Thirsty Town and Mountain Springs
Question 7
A multinational corporation establishes a manufacturing plant in a less-developed country, offering jobs but also leading to significant environmental degradation. This scenario illustrates the concept of:
Cultural imperialism
Comparative advantage
Neocolonialism
Post-Fordist economy
Globalization's environmental impact
Question 8
An urban community is designing a public space that reflects the cultural heritage of its inhabitants. Which of the following approaches would most effectively achieve this?
Standardizing the space to match other public areas in the city
Outsourcing the design to an international architecture firm
Creating a uniform design that disregards cultural specifics
Collaborating with community leaders to incorporate cultural symbols
Limiting access to the space to members of the community only
Question 9
A newly elected government in a decentralized federation announces plans to recentralize power by reducing the autonomy of its constituent states. This decision is met with significant opposition from states with distinct cultural identities. Which of the following theories best explains the opposition to the government's plan?
Centrifugal force theory
Heartland theory
Rimland theory
Core-periphery model
Centripetal force theory
Question 10
The global rise in organic farming practices directly contributes to rural land use changes by:
Decreasing soil erosion and improving water quality in adjacent aquatic ecosystems
Increasing the land area needed to produce equivalent yields of conventional farms
Encouraging the rapid reforestation of previously cleared agricultural lands
Facilitating the consolidation of small-scale farms into larger, more efficient units
Promoting the use of genetically modified seeds to increase disease resistance
Question 11
In a scenario where Country A has abundant natural resources but lacks the technology to exploit them efficiently, and Country B has advanced technology but lacks natural resources, the establishment of a trade agreement between the two countries could lead to which of the following outcomes based on the theory of comparative advantage?
Country A focuses on developing its service sector, while Country B invests in resource extraction technologies.
Country B monopolizes technological advancements, leading to a trade imbalance.
Country A's economic dependence on Country B increases as it fails to develop its own technological sector.
The trade agreement fails as both countries decide to focus on their domestic markets instead.
Both countries experience economic growth, with Country A exporting resources and Country B exporting technology.
Question 12
An international corporation chooses to locate its factories in a developing country with less stringent environmental regulations. This practice can best be described as:
Pollution haven hypothesis
Ecumene
Globalization of labor
Environmental determinism
Industrial agglomeration
Question 13
A new religious movement spreads rapidly through social media, attracting followers from diverse cultural backgrounds. This trend demonstrates:
The declining significance of religious beliefs in modern societies
The impact of cultural barriers on religious diffusion
The reinforcement of traditional religious institutions
A decrease in secularization trends
The role of technology in contemporary religious movements
Question 14
According to the model of Latin American city structure shown, which sector is most likely to house the residences of the most affluent citizens?
A new and improved model of Latin American City Structure.
Middle-Class Residential Tract
Commercial
Zone of in situ accretion
Elite Residential Sector
Zone of peripheral squatter settlements
Question 15
In the model depicted in the image, where would you expect to find the newest and most modern commercial developments typically associated with global consumer culture?
A new and improved model of Latin American City Structure.
Industrial Park
CBD
Mall
Market
Spine
Question 16
The migration of retired individuals from colder northern regions to warmer southern regions in the United States is an example of:
Interregional migration
Chain migration
Sunbelt migration
Counterurbanization
Seasonal movement
Question 17
Supranational organizations can influence the sovereignty of their member states. Which of the following is an example of such an organization?
The North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO)
The United Nations (UN)
The European Union (EU)
All of the above
The Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC)
Question 18
A developing country is focusing on improving its education system and investing in technology to transition from an agriculture-based economy to a more diversified economy. This strategy aligns most closely with which of Rostow's stages?
Traditional society
Take-off
Preconditions for take-off
Age of high mass consumption
Drive to maturity
Question 19
Community-supported agriculture (CSA) programs in urban areas impact rural land use by:
Encouraging the preservation of farmland and local food production
Increasing consumer demand for exotic, imported food products
Reducing the need for local farmers to engage in direct marketing
Promoting the consolidation of small farms into larger agribusiness units
Decreasing urban residents' awareness of seasonal crop availability
Question 20
If a country is experiencing a demographic dividend, what economic policies should it prioritize to take full advantage of this period?
Reduction of immigration to prevent labor market saturation
Development of education and job training programs
Investment in child care and maternity leave
Expansion of healthcare services to the elderly
Pension reforms to support an aging population
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