Lowman

Which conclusion is MOST reasonable based on the information above?

• The movement of goods and people across Russia was made easier by the Trans-Siberian Railroad.

• The Ural mountains prevented the Trans-Siberian Railroad from reaching Moscow

• The Trans-Siberian Railroad connected Russia to Western Europe leading to increased trade with those countries.

• The Trans-Siberian Railroad boosted the economic development of the northern most cities of Russia.

Which hot spot correctly identifies the country of

Russia?

• A

• B

• C

• D

What is an accurate statement about the Silk Road based on the excerpt?

• The Silk road was responsible for cultural diffusion, not just the trade of goods.

• Travel and trade along the Silk Road was limited and tightly controlled by the Roman Empire.

• While a popular cultural story, little archeological evidence has been found to support that the Silk Road was real.

• Although called a road, the Silk Road was mostly water trade routes.

What evidence from the excerpt supports the answer to Part 1?

• "The Silk Road spanned the Asian continent..."

• …silk, cotton, wool, glass...gold, silver...traveled those routes...

• "Arabs traveled to India and China, Chinese to Central Asia, India, and Iran."

• "Buddhism itself was carried along these roads..."

Most of the population of Russia lives in the__________climate zone in the__________portion of the country.

• Humid cold - no dry season; western

• Humid warm - no dry season; western

• Temperate - no dry season; western

• Humid dry - no dry season; western

Which hot spot correctly identifies the country of Japan?

• A

• B

• C

• D

What is the purpose of latitude and longitude lines?

• They separate the hemispheres.

• The look cool across Earth.

• They help us to pinpoint exact locations on Earth.

• They locate regions.

What is the primary role of a mayor in a city like Lowman?

• To enforce federal laws

• To manage city operations and local governance

• To oversee state legislation

• To conduct national elections

Which of the following is a common feature of small towns like Lowman?

• Skyscrapers

• Subway systems

• Close-knit community

• International airports

What is a significant challenge often faced by rural areas such as Lowman?

• Overpopulation

• Traffic congestion

• Limited access to healthcare

• High pollution levels