SOUTHWEST ASIA GEOGRAPHY REVIEW

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

2. Use the maps to answer the question.

• 1. Most are located near the Suez Canal.

• 1. Most are located near the Caspian Sea.

• 1. Most are located near the Arabian and Red Seas.

• 1. Most are located near the Tigris and Euphrates Rivers.

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

• 1. The northern region of Southwest Asia (Middle East) is home only to nomads and small groups.

• 1. The people in Southwest Asia (Middle East) mostly live near rivers, coastline, or other water sources.

• 1. The large, flat plains in the southern region of Southwest Asia (Middle East) can support large populations.

• 1. The harsh climate in the northern region of Southwest Asia (Middle East) keeps people from settling there.

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

• 1. the availability of transportation

• 1. the availability of desalination

• 1. the availability of freshwater

• 1. the availability of education

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

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

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

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

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

Use the maps to answer the question. 

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

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

• 1. The availability of natural resources and fresh water sources has no impact on population density. 

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

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