What was the primary reason for the high death toll in the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire? A. City firefighters responsed poorly. B. There were no legal requirements for fire exits, sprinkler systems, or safety inspections. C. Victims received poor hospital care following the tragedy. D. Toxic chemicals released by the fire poisoned residents in the area.

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.

Choose the item that is an example of the geographic theme of place.

Match the mountains with the type of collision that formed them. a. andes b. aleutians c. north american cordillera d. appalachians 1. continental- continental 2. continental- oceanic 3. oceanic- oceanic 4. arc- continent