Southwest Asia Unit 2 Test & Quiz Review

Why does Turkey have an advantage over other countries in Southwest Asia (Middle East) with regard to the distribution of water?

• 1. because Turkey’s economy is less dependent on industries that create large amounts of water pollution

• 1. because the Black Sea, the largest source of freshwater in the region, is located off of Turkey’s northern coast

• 1. because the Tigris and Euphrates Rivers, two of the primary sources of freshwater in the region, originate in Turkey

• 1. because Turkey’s population is less dependent on commercial agriculture than other countries in the region

Use the maps to answer the question.

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. The availability of natural resources and freshwater cause populations to be higher in some areas than others

• 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 diagram to answer the question.

What characteristic BEST completes the diagram?

• 1. Judaism, Christianity, and Islam are all polytheistic religions.

• 1. Judaism, Christianity, and Islam are all monotheistic religions.

• 1. Judaism, Christianity, and Islam all refer to Mecca as a holy city.

• 1. Judaism, Christianity, and Islam all have Jesus as founder and Messiah.

Use the information to answer the following question.

Shia Muslims would find which statement MOST IMPORTANT in their decision to choose Imam Ali ibn Abi as the first rightful leader of Islam?

• 1. He was married to Fatimah and a cousin to Muhammad.

• 1. He was respected by all Muslims and married to Fatimah. 

• 1. He was known for his noble character and respected by all Muslims.

• 1. He was a cousin to Muhammad and known for his noble character.

Use the information in the passage to answer the question.

Which religious group would MOST LIKELY agree with the authors’ claims?

• 1. Kurdish Muslim

• 1. Sunni Muslim

• 1. Arab Muslim

• 1. Shia Muslim

Which of the following BEST describes the characteristics of both the Arabic and Kurdish ethnic groups?

• 1. Kurds mostly practice Sunni Islam, while Arabs mostly practice Shia Islam.

• 1. Kurds mostly practice Shia Islam, while Arabs mostly practice Sunni Islam.

• 1. Both Arabs and Kurds are mostly followers of Sunni Islam.

• 1. Both Arabs and Kurds are mostly followers of Shia Islam.

Which is a difference between the religious practices of the Persian and Kurdish populations of Southwest Asia?

• While most Persians practice Sunni Islam, most Kurdish people practice Judaism
  

• While most Persians practice Shia Islam, most Kurdish people practice Christianity

• While most Persians practice Shia Islam, most Kurdish people practice Sunni Islam

• While most Persians practice Sunni Islam, most Kurdish people practice Shia Islam

Use the information to answer the question.

Omar and Youssef speak the same language but live in different cities. They share similar customs and grew up eating the same kinds of food. Both men study the same holy book and make sure to pray five times each day. Every three years, Youssef votes in presidential elections. Omar is loyal to his king but wishes the leader of his country were an elected official.

Based on the information, which statement BEST describes the ethnic and religious identities of Omar and Youssef?

• 1. Omar and Youssef are members of the same ethnic group, but they follow different religions and live in different countries.

• 1. Omar and Youssef are members of different ethnic groups, but they follow the same religion and live in the same country.

• 1. Omar and Youssef are members of the same ethnic group, they follow the same religion, and they live in the same country.

• 1. Omar and Youssef are members of the same ethnic group and follow the same religion, but they live in different countries.

Use the information to answer the question.

If the newspaper headline is true, what would be the GREATEST impact on the neighboring country of Iraq?

• There will be a decrease in river travel for tourism.

• There will be a decrease in oil exports in the region.

• There will be a decrease in water available for drinking.

• There will be a decrease in shipping routes in the Persian Gulf.

Why have major rivers in Southwest Asia (Middle East) become a source of conflict among neighboring countries?

• 1. The rivers can be used for trade and travel but not for drinking.

• The resource is scarce and is not distributed equally in the region.

• 1. Farmers disagree on the best methods of using the water for irrigation.

• 1. Natural features prevent the rivers from being large enough to be useful.