CBA 6-7 Review

In what way did the physical geography of the Caucasus region contribute to the pattern described in the excerpt?

• A tropical climate attracted many immigrants to the region.

• Mountains isolated many groups that migrated to the region.

• Dense forest served as a barrier to migration across the region.

• Vast plains facilitated the migration of people across the region.

How do the Ural Mountains affect the distribution of climate regions in Russia?

• The northern side of the mountain range receives cool, rainy

  weather, while the southern side is a hot desert.

• The western side of the mountain range receives warm continental

  winds, while the eastern side is much cooler and drier.

• The western side receives cold, arctic weather, while the eastern

  side is protected from weather extremes and has a mild climate.

• The western side of the mountain range receives warm

  Mediterranean winds, while the eastern side is affected by Indian Ocean monsoon rains.

The arid and semi-arid climate of much of Southwest Asia creates biomes that are characterized by —

• taiga and tundra

• temperate forests

• tropical rainforests

• grasslands and desert

Islam originated in Saudi Arabia in the seventh century in the city of Mecca. Which Islamic religious practice reflects the importance of Mecca?

• Muslims pray facing Mecca and make a pilgrimage to Mecca.

• Once in a lifetime a Muslim must celebrate Ramadan in Mecca.

• Mecca is home to the famous Muslim Dome of the Rock mosque.

• Islamic law requires Muslims to help feed and clothe the poor in

  Mecca.

Irrigation in Central Asia has impacted the

region by —

• generating economic growth

• producing vast deforestation

• causing environmental damage

• creating sustainable development

Which event is a daily reminder in Southwest Asia of the significance of religion in the region?

• Ramadan dinners

• Public calls to prayer

• Pilgrimages to Mecca

• Friday store closings

the United States’ government has attributed the cause of the conflict in Syria to —

• the violent behaviors of the dissident crowds

• the spread of tension throughout Southwest Asia

• the lack of cohesion amongst the protesting groups

• the authoritarian policies of the Syrian government

Which cultural attraction would you most likely visit on a tour of Central Asia?

• Mosque

• Cathedral

• Mountain lodge

• Ice hockey arena

Desalinization plants are becoming more common in places which have experienced —

• mass deforestation

• an influx of refugees

• damaging earthquakes

• shortages of fresh water

In what way did the physical geography of northern Europe affect the ethnic diversity of the region?

• Vast waterways across the plains blocked the flow of migrants.

• Multiple mountain ranges acted as a barrier to cultural convergence.

• Extremely cold climate conditions made it difficult to live in the

  region.

• A lack of significant physical barriers allowed for easy migration to

  the area.