2024 AP® Human Geography Free-Response Questions Review

This set of flashcards summarizes key concepts and questions from the 2024 AP® Human Geography Free-Response section, aiding students in their revision.

What is the concept of carrying capacity in human geography?

The maximum number of individuals of a species that an environment can sustain without significant negative impacts.

How have humans altered the environmental sustainability of agricultural lands?

Through practices such as deforestation, overuse of fertilizers, and mono-cropping, which degrade soil quality and biodiversity.

How has transportation technology increased economies of scale in agriculture?

Improved transportation allows for larger scale distribution and access to markets, reducing costs and increasing efficiency.

What is a likely negative economic outcome of Green Revolution practices on rural communities?

Increased reliance on chemical inputs may lead to economic disparities and loss of traditional farming practices.

What is one weakness of Malthusian theory in contemporary society?

It fails to account for advancements in technology that significantly increase food production capabilities.

How has surplus food production affected the global market for local agricultural products?

Surplus production can lower prices for local products, making it harder for local farmers to compete.

To what degree were Green Revolution agricultural practices effective in reducing hunger in less developed countries?

High effectiveness in some regions due to increased yields, but with varying impacts on food access and equity.

What spatial pattern can be seen in Chinese ethnic neighborhoods in Los Angeles County?

They are often clustered in certain areas, indicating a concentration of the ethnic population.

How might immigrants choose to assimilate into their new environment?

By learning the language and adopting cultural customs of the host country.

How may immigrants preserve their ethnic traditions in a new place?

By forming ethnic enclaves that provide social support and cultural expression.

What role do ethnic neighborhoods play in contributing to a sense of place?

They create a sense of community and belonging, preserving cultural identities in urban settings.

How can redistricting decrease an ethnic community’s political power?

By dispersing the community across different electoral districts, diluting their voting strength.

How can redistricting increase an ethnic community’s political power?

By concentrating the community within a single district, allowing for greater representation and influence.

Which city is both a metacity and a world city according to the 2020 data?

Dhaka.

What is the difference in the spatial pattern between metacities and world cities?

Metacities are characterized by large populations often over 10 million, while world cities are key nodes in global economic networks.

Why do cities have higher GDP per capita than their country GDP per capita?

Cities attract more businesses and jobs, leading to higher incomes compared to national averages.

What is one challenge to environmental sustainability posed by population growth in metacities?

Increased waste and pollution can overwhelm existing infrastructure and ecosystems.

Why might migrants to metacities struggle to find housing?

Rapid urbanization and high demand for housing can drive prices beyond the reach of many migrants.

What relationship can be observed between a city's economic development and population growth?

Typically, cities with stronger economic development may have lower rates of population growth.