Contemplating the World's Hemispheres

Why do we divide the world into the Eastern Hemisphere and the Western Hemisphere rather than into the Northern Hemisphere and the Southern Hemisphere?

A. trade routes
B. location of continents
C. location of civilizations
D. ocean locations

The correct answer you are looking for is B.

B. Location of continents is your best choice.

When we think about how we divide the world geographically, we often refer to the Eastern Hemisphere and the Western Hemisphere. But have you ever wondered why we use this particular division instead of Northern and Southern Hemispheres?

The main reason we divide the world into the Eastern and Western Hemispheres rather than into the Northern and Southern Hemispheres is because of the location of continents. The Western Hemisphere includes the Americas, Europe, and Western Africa, while the Eastern Hemisphere includes the vast Asias.

This division helps us understand the world in terms of the various continents, their locations, and the civilizations that have developed on each. By looking at the world through the lens of Eastern and Western Hemispheres, we gain insights into the diversity of cultures, landscapes, and resources that exist on our planet.

So, next time you look at a map and see the division between the Eastern and Western Hemispheres, remember that it is all about the location of continents that have shaped our understanding of the world.