The Physical Geography of The Arabian Peninsula

What is the geographical position of the Arabian Peninsula?

• Near the Arctic Circle

• Near the Tropic of Cancer

• Near the Equator

• Near the Tropic of Capricorn

Which area in the Arabian Peninsula is known for being the world's largest uninterrupted area of sand?

• Rub’ al-Khali

• An Nafūd

• Najd

• The Red Sea

Why is the Red Sea considered to have high salinity?

• Due to low evaporation rates

• Due to excessive rainfall

• Due to heavy pollution

• Due to high rates of evaporation and lack of rain

What is the recorded temperature of extreme heat in the Arabian Peninsula?

• 54°C

• 50°C

• 45°C

• 40°C

Why is 10% of the marine life in the Red Sea not found anywhere else?

• Due to the Red Sea's isolated nature

• Due to low pollution levels

• Due to high salinity

• Due to unique coral reefs

What is the capital city of Saudi Arabia?

• Riyadh

• Dubai

• Doha

• Manama

Which body of water borders countries in the Arabian Peninsula?

• Arabian Gulf

• Pacific Ocean

• Atlantic Ocean

• Mediterranean Sea

Which body of water lies between Africa and The Arabian Peninsula?

• The Atlantic Ocean

• The Pacific Ocean

• The Red Sea

• The Arabian Gulf