Exerci 1
A. Fill in the blanks:
1. A
is a threat while a disaster is
an event.
2
disasters are caused by some
naturally occurring phenomena such as
earthquake.
3. Man-made disasters
disasters are
activities.
4
are often caused by continuous
deforestation on hillslopes.
5. Cloudbursts create sudden

Which two essential elements of geography are missing from the image above? a. “location” and “region” b. “movement” and “places” c. “humans and the environment” and “movement” d. “places and regions” and “human systems”

Which statement best explains distribution of natural resources? people tend to settle in locations that have the resources they need for survival. some countries have resources that others lack, so trade between countries becomes vital. fossil fuels come from areas that have mountains and other areas that manufacture synthetic gas. areas with natural resources provide a higher standard of living and better quality of life.

Why is the indus river so important to the people of pakistan?