Regions of Asia

The video provides an overview of Asia, the largest continent by land area and population, divided into five major regions: Central Asia, East Asia, South Asia, Southeast Asia, and Western Asia. Each region is described in terms of geography, political divisions, population, and unique characteristics. Central Asia is known for its historical role in the Silk Road, East Asia for its technological advancements, South Asia for its dense population, Southeast Asia for its equatorial position, and Western Asia for its arid environment and access to major bodies of water.

What is the total number of countries in Asia?

• 50

• 52

• 48

• 45

Which sea forms the western border of Central Asia?

• Caspian Sea

• Red Sea

• Black Sea

• Arabian Sea

What is the informal name sometimes used for Central Asia?

• The Stans

• The Deserts

• The Mountains

• The Plains

Which country is the largest in East Asia?

• China

• Mongolia

• South Korea

• Japan

What percentage of the global population resides in East Asia?

• 38%

• 30%

• 22%

• 15%

Which body of water is located to the south of South Asia?

• Pacific Ocean

• Indian Ocean

• Arabian Sea

• Bay of Bengal

How many countries are there in South Asia?

• 10

• 7

• 9

• 8

Which region of Asia is located on both sides of the equator?

• Western Asia

• Southeast Asia

• East Asia

• Central Asia

Which region is often referred to as the Middle East?

• Western Asia

• South Asia

• East Asia

• Central Asia

Which sea is not a point of access for Western Asia?

• Mediterranean Sea

• Black Sea

• Red Sea

• Baltic Sea