What is one way human modifications have impacted the geography of deserts in the Middle East?

• Building skyscrapers

• Redirecting water to grow crops

• Mining for minerals

• Constructing highways

Which languages are commonly spoken in Southwest Asia and North Africa?

• English, French, German

• Turkish, Arabic, Persian, Hebrew

• Spanish, Portuguese, Italian

• Chinese, Japanese, Korean

What does OPEC stand for?

• Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries

• Organization of Peaceful Economic Cooperation

• Organization of Political and Economic Countries

• Organization of Public Energy Control

What is an example of cultural diffusion in Jerusalem?

• The construction of skyscrapers

• The creation of separate cultural areas

• The development of new languages

• The introduction of new technology

What is the purpose of desalination plants in the Middle East?

• To generate electricity

• To address the lack of available water

• To improve air quality

• To increase agricultural output

What is the significance of the Strait of Hormuz?

• It is a major fishing area

• It has a high number of oil tankers passing through

• It is a popular tourist destination

• It is a site for historical monuments

How has oil helped modernize countries in the Middle East?

• By reducing pollution

• By controlling the price of oil

• By increasing agricultural production

• By promoting cultural exchange

Which country has the largest negative impact from wildfires in its forests?

• Iran

• Lebanon

• Egypt

• Saudi Arabia

What is the main reason for settlement patterns in the Middle East and North Africa?

• Climate

• Water resources

• Political stability

• Economic opportunities

What is the significance of the River Valleys in the Middle East?

• They are major tourist attractions

• They contain land useful for farming

• They are centers of industrial activity

• They are sites of ancient ruins