Southwest Asia's Governments and Cultures Test 1 Review A

In a parliamentary democracy, who is typically chosen as the head of government?

• The monarch

• The leader of the majority party in the legislature

• The president elected by the people

• The chief justice

Which body of water separates Saudi Arabia from Africa?

• Red Sea

• Black Sea

• Caspian Sea

• Mediterranean Sea

What issue has been caused between Turkey, Iraq, and Syria due to the building of dams by Turkey and Iraq?

• Increased rainfall in the region

• Reduced water flow to downstream countries

• More fertile soil in all countries

• Decreased oil production

Which natural resource is most abundant in Southwest Asia (Middle East)?

• Timber

• Oil

• Gold

• Diamonds

Which language is most widely spoken in Southwest Asia (Middle East)?

• Arabic

• French

• Hindi

• Russian

How does an autocracy differ from other forms of government in terms of citizen participation?

• Citizens have many opportunities to vote on laws.

• One person holds all the power, and citizens have little or no role in government decisions.

• Citizens elect representatives to make decisions for them.

• Power is shared equally among all citizens.

Given a map of Southwest Asia, which country is located directly east of Iraq?

• Saudi Arabia

• Iran

• Turkey

• Jordan

How does water scarcity affect agriculture in Southwest Asia?

• It increases crop yields.

• It limits the types of crops that can be grown.

• It has no effect on farming.

• It makes farming easier.

Why are most major cities in Southwest Asia located near water sources?

• For better access to oil reserves

• To avoid desert climates

• To ensure access to drinking water and trade routes

• To be closer to mountains

How does religion influence daily life in Southwest Asia?

• It has no impact on daily routines.

• It only affects government officials.

• It shapes laws, holidays, and social practices.

• It is only practiced in rural areas.