III. Structured Answer

Consider the following statement: Places that are located near each other tend to be similar, especially if they share government or demographic factors. These local similarities are more important than any differences that come from trade.
1. identify two pieces of evidence that support this statement and two pieces of evidence that contradict this statement. (4 points)

2. Write a short paragraph that uses evidence to provide a counterargument to this statement. (Hint: You don't have to prove that it is wrong — you just have to explain that sometimes other factors are more important. Remember to give examples.) (6 points)