QA #4 Review 2026

Which physical feature of Southwest and Central Asia contributes to the region’s arid climate by blocking moisture from reaching inland areas?

• Large river valleys

• Coastal plains

• Mountain ranges

How do Asia’s monsoons affect the continent’s climate?

• They bring steady rainfall and warm temperatures all year.

• They bring heavy summer rain and dry winter winds.

Which physical feature serves as a natural border between Thailand and Laos?

• The Ganges River forms the border between both nations.

• The Himalayas divide Thailand from Laos completely.

• The Mekong River separates Thailand from neighboring Laos.

How has outsourcing affected many developing countries?

• It has created jobs, raised incomes, and expanded goods.

• It has reduced trade and lowered access to goods.

• It has decreased employment and reduced global business.

Which statement best describes a cultural difference between Laos and Singapore?

• Women in Singapore are required to follow strict farming traditions.

• Women in Laos are less likely to challenge traditional social roles.

How do population trends in Southeast Asia generally compare to those in the United States?

• The United States grows faster because of higher fertility rates.

• Southeast Asia tends to grow faster due to higher fertility rates.

• Both regions have identical population growth patterns today.

Which statement best describes the physical characteristics of the Tibetan Plateau?

• Its coastal location produces frequent monsoon rainfall and wetlands.

• Its high altitude and dry climate create steppe and tundra biomes.

How has urbanization affected settlement patterns in India?

• It has caused people to move from cities to rural farming areas.

• It has stopped population growth in both cities and villages.

• It has led to more people living in cities and growing urban areas.

How do economic factors influence human migration within China?

• People move east because it has more jobs and industries.

• People move randomly because jobs are evenly distributed.

Why is the Sundarbans Tiger Conservation Project considered significant?

• It increases fishing activity in coastal regions for economic growth.

• It reduces forest area to expand farming and human settlements.

• It supports sustainable development by increasing tiger populations for balance.