Unit 9: SW & Central Asia - Review

Which climate zone is the most common in Southwest and Central Asia?

• Humid continental

• Mediterranean

• Arid

• Tropical

The Middle East connects which three continents?

• North America

• Europe

• Africa

• Asia

• Antarctica

Which country is the largest based on its size?

• Kazakhstan

• Saudi Arabia

• Pakistan

• Qatar

The country of Israel is home to which three religions?

• Christianity

• Buddhism

• Judaism

• Islam

What is the most commonly practiced religion in Southwest and Central Asia? (85-90% of the population)

• Christianity

• Buddhism

• Judaism

• Islam

Select the characteristics of a primate city.

• 2x population

• Capital of the country

• Smallest in size

• Industry/job hub

Which empire did not have a large influence on the modern country of Turkey?

• Han

• Ottoman

• Roman

• Byzantine

What is the capital of Turkey?

• Istanbul

• Ankara

• Adana

• Bursa

Select the push factors of Istanbul, Turkey.

• Overpopulation

• Job opportunities

• Public transportation

• Sewage problems

• Air pollution

Because Istanbul is located on this type of landform, it is easy to protect the city from enemies.

• Island

• River

• Mountain

• Peninsula