Fieldwork: Data Collection and Analysis Quizzes - Geography Year 4

Question 1

Europe is a continent with a wide range of geographical features. Describe the different regions of Europe and their unique physical characteristics.

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Europe has a variety of geographical features, including mountains, plains, coastlines, and forests.

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Europe is mostly flat, with few mountains or other geographical features.

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Northern Europe has many mountains, while Southern Europe has many deserts.

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Eastern Europe is mostly covered in forests, while Western Europe is mostly urban.

Question 2

How do different jobs and industries affect where people live in Europe?

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People often live in areas with lots of farms because farming provides many jobs.

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Big cities in Europe are centers of manufacturing and industry, so people move there for job opportunities.

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Jobs and industries have no impact on where people live in Europe.

Question 3

When doing fieldwork, what's crucial to ensure your data is accurate and reliable?

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Keep the research question in mind while gathering data

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Use only one data collection method

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Avoid asking people for their perspectives

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Rush through the data collection process

Question 4

After collecting data on tree types in a park, which step would help you analyze and understand the information?

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Organize the data in a table or graph

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Count the total number of trees

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Draw a picture of the park

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Ask park visitors about their favorite trees

Question 5

When using questionnaires in fieldwork, it's important to:

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Use clear and unbiased language.

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Ask as many questions as you can.

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Make the questionnaire as long as possible.

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Not test the questionnaire before using it.

Question 6

When we collect data during fieldwork in geography, what do we call the level of detail at which we observe and record features?

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Scale

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Magnification

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Resolution

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Distance

Question 7

During fieldwork, we need to collect data in reliable ways. Which of these is NOT a good way to collect data?

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Guessing or making up information

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Taking notes

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Using a camera to take pictures

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Drawing sketches or maps

Question 8

Why is a large sample size usually better than a small sample size in fieldwork? What challenges might you face when trying to collect a large sample size?

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A large sample size makes the data more reliable by reducing the impact of outliers.

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Collecting a small sample size is easier, so it's always the best choice.

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The sample size doesn't affect the reliability of the data.

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It's always possible to collect a large sample size, even in difficult conditions.

Question 9

When we talk to people during fieldwork, what are some important things we should remember?

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Ask people if it's okay to ask them questions.

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Keep people's names and other personal information secret.

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Trick people into answering our questions.

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Share people's information with others without asking them.

Question 10

How can we use the information we gather during fieldwork to make better choices about our local area?

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By sharing it with local leaders so they can make informed decisions about our community.

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By keeping it to ourselves so that others can't use it.

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By selling it to businesses so they can make a profit.

Question 11

When planning fieldwork, what's the first thing you should think about?

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The reason for doing the fieldwork

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The weather

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Where you're going to do the fieldwork

Question 12

How can the methods used in fieldwork impact the accuracy of the data gathered?

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The methods should be carefully chosen to match the research question and setting.

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The methods used have no impact on the accuracy of the data.

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Quantitative methods are always more accurate than qualitative methods.

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The more data collected, the more accurate the results.

Question 13

When doing fieldwork, how can we make sure our observations are accurate and not influenced by our own thoughts or feelings?

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Work with a partner to check our observations.

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Try to be fair and balanced in our observations.

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Only observe things we like.

Question 14

In fieldwork, what does the term 'scale' refer to?

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The size of the area being studied

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The type of data being collected

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The accuracy of the data

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The cost of the fieldwork

Question 15

How does fieldwork help you understand your local area better?

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By letting you see and touch things in your environment up close.

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By giving you information from books and online.

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By showing you pictures and videos of your surroundings.

Question 16

In fieldwork, why is it crucial to use different methods to gather data?

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To ensure the accuracy and reliability of the data

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To make fieldwork more enjoyable

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To collect a large amount of data quickly

Question 17

When conducting fieldwork in a nature reserve, researchers face various challenges and ethical considerations. What are some of these challenges and ethical issues?

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Researchers may need to obtain permission to access the site and negotiate with landowners or other stakeholders.

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Researchers may encounter risks from natural hazards, such as extreme weather, wildlife, or pollution.

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Researchers should consider the impact of their presence on the environment and take steps to minimize their impact.

Question 18

Which of these actions is NOT an ethical responsibility of researchers during fieldwork?

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Damaging the environment while collecting data

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Getting permission from the people they study

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Keeping the information people share private

Question 19

Which professional uses fieldwork skills to study plants and animals in their natural surroundings?

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Field Ecologist

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Doctor

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Computer Scientist

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Teacher

Question 20

Which of these is not a way to collect data?

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Reading a book

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Observing something

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Asking questions (interviewing)

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Doing an experiment

Question 21

What's the difference between numbers (quantitative data) and descriptions (qualitative data)?

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Numbers are for counting, descriptions are for explaining

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Descriptions are for counting, numbers are for explaining

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There is no difference

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I don't know

Question 22

What's the first thing to do when planning fieldwork?

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Decide what you want to find out

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Collect your data

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Analyse your data

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Write a report

Question 23

What's the first step in doing fieldwork?

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Making a plan

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Gathering data

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Studying data

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Looking around

Question 24

Which of the following is NOT a method for collecting data during fieldwork?

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Telepathy

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Observation

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Interview

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Experiment

Question 25

When conducting an environmental survey, what is important to prioritize?

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Minimizing disturbance to the environment

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Collecting as much data as possible

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Ignoring unusual observations

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Completing the survey as quickly as possible

Question 26

What type of data is collected when you count the number of different bird species in a woodland?

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Quantitative data

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Qualitative data

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Spatial data

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Temporal data

Question 27

Which of the following is NOT a way to analyze data collected during fieldwork?

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Play a game

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Create a graph

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Calculate an average

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Draw a conclusion

Question 28

Why is it important to use accurate equipment when collecting data during fieldwork?

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To ensure the data is reliable

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To save time

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To avoid accidents

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To impress the teacher

Question 29

Which type of fieldwork involves studying how people use an area of land?

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Land use study

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Environmental survey

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Traffic survey

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Ecological study

Question 30

What is the first step in planning a fieldwork investigation?

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Identifying a question or aim

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Collecting data

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Analyzing data

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Drawing conclusions

Question 31

When observing the weather during fieldwork, which of these factors is not relevant to record?

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Your favorite color

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Temperature

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Wind direction

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Cloud cover

Question 32

What is the difference between a qualitative observation and a quantitative observation?

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Both A and B are correct.

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Qualitative observations describe characteristics, while quantitative observations measure amounts.

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Qualitative observations are subjective, while quantitative observations are objective.

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Quantitative observations require instruments, while qualitative observations do not.

Question 33

Which of these is NOT a method for collecting data?

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Having a conversation

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Making observations

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Interviewing people

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Carrying out experiments

Question 34

Which of these is NOT a way to analyse data collected during fieldwork?

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Playing games

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Making graphs

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Working out averages

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Spotting patterns

Question 35

Which of these is NOT a method of collecting data in the field?

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Making educated guesses

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Making observations

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Taking measurements

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Taking photographs

Question 36

Which skill is very important for collecting accurate data in the field?

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Observing carefully

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Talking to people

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Analysing data

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Reading maps

Question 37

What is a tally chart used for in fieldwork?

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To record observations in an organised way

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To analyse data and make conclusions

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To measure distances

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To create a map of the area

Question 38

What is the purpose of creating a field sketch?

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To record detailed observations of a place

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To collect data about the number of people in an area

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To calculate the heights of trees

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To map out an area

Question 39

Which of the following is NOT a type of map?

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Diagram

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Topographical map

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Road map

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Satellite image

Question 40

What is the first step in analyzing data?

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Organizing and classifying the data

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Collecting the data

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Interpreting the data

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Drawing conclusions

Question 41

What is the difference between qualitative and quantitative data?

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Qualitative data is non-numerical, while quantitative data is numerical.

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Qualitative data is numerical, while quantitative data is non-numerical.

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Qualitative data is based on observations, while quantitative data is based on measurements.

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There is no difference between qualitative and quantitative data.

Question 42

Why do we use sampling methods?

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To gather data from a small group representing a larger group

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To collect data from every member of a group

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To ensure that the data is accurate and reliable

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To make data collection easier and faster

Question 43

What is the most important element to consider when planning a fieldwork investigation?

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The research question

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The data collection method

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The data analysis method

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The ethical considerations

Question 44

How can you make sure your fieldwork results are reliable?

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Use different methods to collect data

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Only collect data that supports your ideas

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Ignore any mistakes you make when collecting data

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Keep your methods and results a secret

Question 45

Which of these is NOT a way to collect data?

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Making predictions

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Looking closely

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Asking people questions

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Running experiments

Question 46

Which of these methods is NOT used for collecting data in fieldwork?

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Experimenting

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Observing

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Interviewing

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Mapping

Question 47

How can we make sure that everyone in our class can join in with our fieldwork activities?

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Make sure we have different ways for students to take part.

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Only invite students who are good at geography.

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Only go on fieldwork trips that are easy for everyone.

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Don't worry about students who might need extra help.

Question 48

Which type of graph is best for showing how something changes over time?

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Line graph

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Bar graph

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Pie chart

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Venn diagram

Question 49

What is a qualitative observation?

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A description

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A number

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A drawing

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A photograph

Question 50

What is the main reason for making a hypothesis in a fieldwork investigation?

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To predict what you will find

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To explain what you found

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To collect your data

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To analyze your data

Question 51

What is a quantitative observation?

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A number

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A photograph

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A description

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A drawing

Question 52

Why do we make observations during fieldwork?

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To gather information about our surroundings

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To test ideas

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To create a survey

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To analyze data

Question 53

What's the first step in analyzing data?

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Organize your data

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Make a graph of your data

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Draw conclusions

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Explain your data

Question 54

Which of the following is not a method of collecting data in fieldwork?

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Internet search

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Observing

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Interviewing

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Surveying

Question 55

What is the main purpose of using quadrats in fieldwork?

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To count the number of plants in a specific area

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To measure the height of trees

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To identify different types of rocks

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To mark the boundaries of a field

Question 56

What is a field sketch?

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A drawing of what you observe during fieldwork

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A written description of the area you are studying

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A photograph of the landscape

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A map of the area

Question 57

Which of the following is not a type of environmental survey?

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Traffic survey

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Noise survey

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Air quality survey

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Animal survey

Question 58

If you encounter a problem during fieldwork, you should:

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Ask your teacher for help

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Ignore it

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Try to solve it yourself

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Give up

Question 59

What does it mean to analyze data?

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Making sense of data

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Collecting data

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Drawing pictures of data

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Observing data

Question 60

Which method is best for gathering information about feelings and experiences?

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Conducting an interview

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Using a questionnaire

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Taking measurements

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Observing a phenomenon

Question 61

What's the purpose of a transect when collecting data?

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To observe changes over an area

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To measure the temperature of water

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To collect soil samples

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To identify different plants

Question 62

Which of these is NOT a type of map used in fieldwork?

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World map

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Topographic map

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Aerial photograph

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Street map

Question 63

What's the first step when planning fieldwork?

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Asking a question

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Choosing how to collect data

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Going outside to collect data

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Analyzing the data

Question 64

When collecting data in the field, it's important to be respectful of others. Which of these actions shows respect?

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Asking permission before taking pictures or videos

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Speaking quietly to avoid disturbing others

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Being polite and friendly, even to those who don't want to talk

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Ignoring people who don't want to talk to you