SW Asia Population Density + Trade

Which statement BEST describes where the most densely populated areas of Iraq are located?

• Most are located near the Suez Canal.

• Most are located near the Strait of Hormuz.

• Most are located near the Arabian and Red Seas.

• Most are located near the Tigris and Euphrates Rivers.

• Most are located near the Jordan River.

Which factor allowed present-day Baghdad, Iraq, to become one of the most densely populated cities in SW Asia?

• Iraq is a politically stable country.

• It is home to a large port on the Persian Gulf.

• It is located on non-agricultural land (land that can NOT be used to grow crops).

• It is located near two major rivers.

Based on the maps, which of the following conclusions can be drawn?

• The northern region of Southwest Asia is home only to nomads and small groups.

• The people in Southwest Asia mostly live near rivers, coastline or other water sources.

• The large, flat plains in the southern region of Southwest Asia can support large populations.

• The harsh climate in the northern region of Southwest Asia keeps people from settling there.

What conclusion can be supported by the information in the two maps?

• The vegetation found in the desert region has no impact on population density.

• People living in the desert region depend on farming as their primary source of income.

• Deserts often lack the necessary water supply to support agriculture and large human populations.

• The desert region provides opportunities for trade, travel and the irrigation of crops making it a favorable area for a high population density.

What conclusion can be supported by the information in the two maps?

• The availability of natural resources causes population density to be higher in certain areas.

• The availability of natural resources has no impact on population density.

• The availability of natural resources is evenly distributed amongst Southwest Asian countries.

• The availability of natural resources has no impact on trade in Southwest Asian countries.

Which of the following BEST explains why the population density varies from country to country in Southwest Asia?

• the availability of transportation

• the availability of desalination

• the availability of freshwater

• the availability of education

Many of the largest cities in Southwest Asia are located on or near...

• deserts.

• major rivers.

• large grasslands.

• mountain ranges.

Most people in the Middle East do NOT live in areas where what is found?

• Deserts

• Crop Land

• Oil

• Rivers

Which climate describes most of Southwest Asia?

• temperate (mild + wet)

• arid (hot + dry)

• tropical (hot + wet)

• tundra (cold + dry)

Select ALL of the reasons why people choose to live in certain areas over others (you will select MORE than one)

• mild climate

• location near water

• access to natural resources

• access to arable land