Ch. 6-2 Quiz JAPAN

What is Japan primarily composed of?

• A single large landmass

• A peninsula

• A chain of islands

• A group of peninsulas

How many islands are there in Japan?

• 6,852

• 5,000

• 7,500

• 8,000

Which continent is Japan a part of?

• European continent

• Asian continent

• African continent

• North American continent

What percentage of Japan's population lives on the four main islands?

• 75%

• 85%

• 99.4%

• 50%

What natural occurrences are regular in Japan due to its geological features?

• Earthquakes and tsunamis

• Hurricanes and droughts

• Tornadoes and blizzards

• Sandstorms and heatwaves

What percentage of land in Japan can be farmed due to the country being covered by mountains?

• 10%

• 20%

• 30%

• 40%

What is the height of Japan's tallest mountain, Mt. Fuji?

• 12,388 feet

• 13,388 feet

• 11,388 feet

• 10,388 feet

Why did the rugged terrain and mountains influence the Japanese to turn to the sea for living?

• Because of the beautiful coastal views

• Because of the cultural significance of the sea

• Because of the limited land for farming

• Because of the abundant mineral resources in the mountains

Which of the following are important foods in Japan?

• Rice and vegetables

• Fish and seafood

• Beef and pork

• Fruits and nuts

Who were the ancestors of the Japanese people according to the text?

• Yayoi people

• Chiefs

• Metalworkers

• Bell makers