Exploring East Asia's Geography

What is the largest country in East Asia by land area?

• Japan

• China

• South Korea

• Mongolia

Which major river flows through much of eastern China and is also known as the Yangtze River?

• Yellow River

• Mekong River

• Yangtze River

• Ganges River

What is the name of the desert located in northern China and southern Mongolia?

• Sahara Desert

• Gobi Desert

• Kalahari Desert

• Atacama Desert

Which mountain range forms a natural border between China and Nepal?

• Andes

• Alps

• Himalayas

• Rockies

What is the capital city of Japan?

• Beijing

• Seoul

• Tokyo

• Bangkok

Which body of water lies to the east of China and west of Japan?

• Mediterranean Sea

• East China Sea

• Black Sea

• Red Sea

Which East Asian country is made up of four main islands and many smaller ones?

• China

• Mongolia

• Japan

• North Korea

What is the name of the plateau that covers much of western China and is known as the "Roof of the World"?

• Colorado Plateau

• Tibetan Plateau

• Deccan Plateau

• Loess Plateau

Which river is also called the Huang He and is known for its yellowish silt?

• Mekong River

• Yangtze River

• Yellow River

• Amur River

Which country in East Asia is landlocked, meaning it does not have any coastline?

• South Korea

• Mongolia

• Japan

• Taiwan