Chapter 26.1: The Physical Geography of East Asia

Multiple Choice

How many main islands make up more than 98 percent of Japan's total land area?

• Two

• Three

• Four

• Five

Multiple Choice

What percentage of East Asia's land area is covered by China?

• 50 percent

• 70 percent

  
  

• 80 percent

  
  

• 60 percent

  
  

Multiple Choice

How are East Asia's landforms affected by the region's location on the Ring of Fire?

• They are not affected at all.

  
  

• They are mainly shaped by glacial movements.

  
  

• They experience frequent volcanic activity and earthquakes.

  
  

• They are isolated from any seismic activity.

  
  

Multiple Choice

What geographical features mark the inland regions of East Asia?

• Deserts and plains

  
  

  
  

• Lowlands and basins

  
  

  
  

• Rivers and lakes

  
  

  
  

• Mountain ranges and highlands

  
  

  
  

Multiple Choice

Despite the limited suitable land, what agricultural product is China a leading producer of?

• Wheat

  
  

• Rice

• Soybeans

• Corn