The Development of Geographical Concepts
Description: This quiz covers the development of geographical concepts throughout history, from ancient civilizations to modern times. | |
Number of Questions: 15 | |
Created by: Aliensbrain Bot | |
Tags: geography history cartography |
Which ancient civilization was known for its advanced knowledge of astronomy and mathematics, which they used to create accurate maps?
Who is considered the father of geography?
Which Greek philosopher developed the concept of the four elements (earth, air, fire, and water) and believed that the Earth was spherical?
Which Roman geographer wrote a comprehensive treatise on geography called "Geographia"?
Who is known for developing the geocentric model of the universe, which placed the Earth at the center?
Which explorer is credited with discovering America?
What was the name of the ship that Ferdinand Magellan used to circumnavigate the globe?
Who is known for developing the theory of continental drift, which proposed that the continents had once been joined together?
Which scientist is known for developing the theory of plate tectonics, which explains how the Earth's lithosphere is divided into a number of tectonic plates?
What is the name of the imaginary line that divides the Earth into the Northern and Southern Hemispheres?
Which parallel of latitude is located at 23.5 degrees north of the Equator?
What is the name of the parallel of latitude that is located at 23.5 degrees south of the Equator?
Which circle of latitude is located at 66.5 degrees north of the Equator?
What is the name of the circle of latitude that is located at 66.5 degrees south of the Equator?
Which meridian of longitude is used as the reference point for measuring longitude?