The Caucasus and Central Asia

What role did the Silk Road play in Central Asia in the past?

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• It linked empires.

• It was a source of great trade and wealth.

• It caused environmental concerns that are felt to this day.

• It had no major impact on the region.

Seas and lakes are differentiated by their ____ and ____ content.

What is the dominant landform of Kyrgyzstan?

• mountains

• steppes

• deserts

• plains

How is the region of the Caucasus and Central Asia affected by their location on the globe?

• These areas receive above average rainfalls and

• These areas are semi-arid and receive between 10-25 inches of rainfall per year.

• These areas could be considered deserts because of the lack rainfall.

• These areas border polar regions.

Why have countries fought for control of Afghanistan?

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• Because of its favorable geopolitical position.

• Because of its use as a buffer state by neighboring countries.

• Because of its vast wealth.

• Because it has the reputation as a graveyard for empires.

A geographical area where a particular ethnic group is spatially clustered and socially and economically distinct from the majority group is known as:

• an enclave.

• an exclave.

• an autonomous region.

• a border state.

A portion of territory of one state completely surrounded by territory of another or others, as viewed by the home territory, is known as:

• an enclave.

• an exclave.

• an autonomous region.

• a border state.

A section of a nation that has a degree of independence in several issues, and enjoys a degree of self rule, is known as:

• an enclave.

• an exclave.

• an autonomous region.

• a border state.

_____ and __________ are the major religions in the Caucasus and Central Asian region.

In fewer than 40 years, the world's fourth largest lake in 1960, the Aral Sea, has already shrunk to half its former size. What are the facts about this area?

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• Over irrigation diverted river water from entering the sea.

• The construction of dams is helping to restore the region.

• Life has returned to normal for all areas around the sea.

• It took commitments from the local government and foreign investment to begin to fix the problem.