Exam 6: Political Geography: A Divided World

Native American reservations in the United States are best described as:

Most American cities have no height restrictions.

The modern international system depends upon states recognizing one another's:

Nation-states are typically culturally homogeneous.

Most modern boundaries are lines rather than zones.

The Gambia is an example of a(n):

Within the United States, urban residents are predominantly Republican, while rural residents are predominantly Democratic.

Aragon and Castile are both two historical centers of power that are now a part of the state of:

According to Mackinder's heartland theory, the heartland lies along the coast.

Which area of the planet is warming the fastest?

-The geographer who formulated the theory seen on this map of heartland and rimland in Eurasia was:

Which is NOT a part of the modern definition of a state as geographers define it?

Which country has NOT been involved in secessionist movements or wars in recent years?

-According to the map, which does NOT lie at least partially within the borders of the rimland?

An example of the Internet being used to strengthen political borders rather than erode them is when:

Which state acts as a buffer between China and westward-leaning countries in East Asia?

Which of the following continents is home to the most states?

Lesotho, a country totally surrounded by South Africa, is what type of political entity?

A centralized authority that enforces a single political, economic, and legal system within its territorial boundaries is a:

In terms of ideal shapes for a country, France, Uruguay, and Indonesia have ideal shapes.