SWA Geography Impact SS7G7

How much of the Middle East is covered by large desert areas?

• Less than a quarter

• More than half

• About one tenth

• Almost all

What is the most common landform in the Middle East region?

• Mountain

• River

• Desert

• Forest

Where is the Rub al-Khali (or "empty quarter") located?

• Northern Iraq

• Southern Saudi Arabia

• Western Iran

• Eastern Egypt

Between which two countries is the Great Syrian Desert located?

• Saudi Arabia and Yemen

• Iran and Turkey

• Syria and Iraq

• Jordan and Israel

Based on the information provided, why might deserts be considered an important feature of the Middle East?

• They are the only landform in the region.

• They cover more than half of the land, influencing the region's climate and human activities.

• They are the smallest landform in the region.

• They are only found in one country.

If you were planning a trip to study deserts in the Middle East, which two specific deserts mentioned would you likely include in your itinerary?

• Sahara and Gobi

• Rub al-Khali and Great Syrian Desert

• Mojave and Kalahari

• Atacama and Sonoran

Suppose a new desert is discovered in the Middle East. Based on the information provided, what is a reasonable prediction about its size or significance compared to other landforms in the region?

• It is likely to be a minor feature since deserts are rare in the region.

• It is likely to be significant, as deserts are the most common landform in the region.

• It will probably be a forested area.

• It will likely be a mountain range.

Why are desert areas not considered a favorable place to live?

• Because they are too crowded

• Because of the extremely hot and arid climate

• Because there are too many animals

• Because they are close to the ocean

What provides a temporary water source in the desert?

• Rivers

• Lakes

• Oases

• Rainforests

Who are the Bedouins?

• Desert farmers

• Desert nomads who have lived in the desert for thousands of years

• City dwellers

• Mountain climbers