humanities pt 2 (places and connections)

Question 1

biome meaning

Answer 1

a large area of the earth that is home to plantsand animals with common characteristics, which are adapted to that environment.

Question 2

humidity meaning

Answer 2

the state or quality of being humid

Question 3

permafrost meaning

Answer 3

a permanently frozen layer on the Earth’s surface, found Tundra biome

Question 4

interconnectedness meaning

Answer 4

relationship between all things, both animate (living) and inanimate (non-living), and all processes, both natural and human

Question 5

globalisation meaning

Answer 5

process by which the world is becoming increasingly interconnected as a result of massively increased trade and cultural exchange

Question 6

tourism definition

Answer 6

the practice of traveling for recreation

Question 7

economic connection to a place

Answer 7

Factors related to employment and income

Question 8

historical connections to a place meaning

Answer 8

Factors related to past events/experiences

Question 8

cultural connection to a place meaning

Answer 8

Factors related to the shared characteristic of a group of people

Question 8

spiritual connection to a place meaning

Answer 8

Factors related to a person’s beliefs/religion

Question 9

3 advantages of tourism

Answer 9

1. Great opportunities for emerging economies and developing countries
2. Strengthens the local economy
3. Contributes to local infrastructure development

Question 10

3 disadvantages of tourism

Answer 10

1. Environmental Damage
2. Cultural Homogenization
3. Social Consequences