Which of the following is the best definition of a formal region?(1 point)

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a region defined by how it is perceived by people, either by those within the region or by outsiders
a region defined by how it is perceived by people, either by those within the region or by outsiders

a contiguous area on Earth’s surface, with either a formal or loosely defined boundary, characterized by one or more similarities that make it distinct from other areas
a contiguous area on Earth’s surface, with either a formal or loosely defined boundary, characterized by one or more similarities that make it distinct from other areas

a region with a clear political or physical boundary or set of shared characteristics
a region with a clear political or physical boundary or set of shared characteristics

a region defined by a uniting purpose, process, or function, including educational, economic, or civic purposes
a region defined by a uniting purpose, process, or function, including educational, eco…

a region with a clear political or physical boundary or set of shared characteristics

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Which option best evaluates how Europe is connected to the Americas by culture?(1 point)
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Europe and the Americas share similar religions because of historical diasporas.
Europe and the Americas share similar religions because of historical diasporas.

Europe and the Americas share similar religions and languages because of environmental determinism.
Europe and the Americas share similar religions and languages because of environmental determinism.

Europe and the Americas share similar languages because of trade.
Europe and the Americas share similar languages because of trade.

Europe and the Americas share similar religions and languages because of empire building.
Europe and the Americas share similar religions and languages because of empire building.
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Europe and the Americas share similar religions and languages because of historical diasporas.

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The answer is: Europe and the Americas share similar religions and languages because of historical diasporas.

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Which of the following explains why Indonesia shares religious characteristics with North Africa?(1 point)
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Buddhism spread through trade to these regions.
Buddhism spread through trade to these regions.

Migrations of Indo-European communities brought religion to these regions.
Migrations of Indo-European communities brought religion to these regions.

A diaspora brought Muslim communities to the region.
A diaspora brought Muslim communities to the region.

Christian empire building reshaped religion in these regions.
Christian empire building reshaped religion in these regions.
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The answer is: A diaspora brought Muslim communities to the region.