Southeast Asia Geography Quiz

What is the relative location of Southeast Asia?

• North of South America

• West of the Pacific Ocean

• East of Africa

• South of Europe

How is Southeast Asia geographically defined?

• Polar Zone

• Tropical Zone

• Temperate Zone

• Desert Zone

What is the Malay Peninsula known for?

• Its desert landscapes

• Its mountain ranges rich in mineral deposits

• Its large urban cities

• Its extensive river systems

What natural disaster is a tropical storm in the region of the Indian or western Pacific Oceans?

• Earthquake

• Tsunami

• Typhoon

• Tornado

Which river is the longest in Southeast Asia and empties into the South China Sea in Vietnam?

• Yangtze River

• Ganges River

• Mekong River

• Chao Phraya River

What is a tsunami?

• A tropical storm

• A high sea wave caused by an earthquake

• A strong wind phenomenon

• A heavy rainfall event

What is a delta?

• A type of tropical storm.

• A triangular tract of sediment deposited at the mouth of a river.

• A small island country.

• A region with high biodiversity.

What is the main occupation of most people living in the Mekong Delta?

• Teachers

• Fishermen

• Shopkeepers

• Tour guides

What is the significance of Singapore?

• It is a landlocked country.

• It is a city-state located off the southern tip of the Malay Peninsula.

• It is a large island in Southeast Asia.

• It is a peninsula bordering Thailand.

What is the official religion of Malaysia?

• Buddhism

• Christianity

• Islam

• Hinduism