Unit 7 Asia Review

Which is the largest archipelago in Asia?

• Philippines

• Japan

• Indonesia

• Maldives

This mountain range is home to the tallest mountain in the world.

• Andes

• Rocky Mountains

• Himalayas

• Alps

What was the primary purpose of the Silk Road?

• To promote military alliances

• To spread religious beliefs across different cultures

• To facilitate trade between the East and the West

• To serve as a route for agricultural goods only.

Which city is the economic and financial center of Japan?

• Kyoto

• Osaka

• Tokyo

• Hiroshima

Which was one major cultural impact of the Silk Road?

• The spread of the chinese language across Europe

• The Introduction of paper-making technology to the West

• The unification of European kingdoms through trade

• The end of all trade between Europe and Asia

Which country has the coldest inhabited place on Earth?

• Mongolia

• Russia

• China

• Kazakhstan

Which river is considered sacred in Hinduism and plays an important role in Indian culture?

• Ganges River

• Yamuna River

• Saraswati River

• Godavari River

What is the main cause of monsoons in South and Southeast Asia?

• Seasonal wind shifts

• Ocean currents

• Geographical elevation

• Tectonic plate movements

Which country in Asia has the largest population?

• India

• China

• Indonesia

• Pakistan

The Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) separating North and South Korea is located near which parallel?

• 35th Parallel

• 36th Parallel

• 37th Parallel

• 38th Parallel