Geography of the Middle East

Mrs. Thompson guides students through a blank map of Southwest and Central Asia, identifying key bodies of water, countries, and physical features. The video covers the Mediterranean, Black, Caspian, and Red Seas, as well as the Persian Gulf and Arabian Sea. It highlights countries like Oman, Yemen, Saudi Arabia, UAE, and others, along with features like the Arabian Peninsula and Caucasus Mountains. The video also discusses rivers such as the Euphrates and Tigris, and countries in Central Asia, preparing students for an upcoming quiz.

Which body of water is located between the Arabian Peninsula and Africa?

• Mediterranean Sea

• Red Sea

• Black Sea

• Caspian Sea

What is the name of the small country located at the top of the Persian Gulf?

• Bahrain

• Kuwait

• Qatar

• UAE

Which country is located to the north of Saudi Arabia?

• Yemen

• Jordan

• UAE

• Oman

Which country lies directly north of Israel?

• Syria

• Cyprus

• Lebanon

• Jordan

Which island country is located in the Mediterranean Sea?

• Cyprus

• Lebanon

• Bahrain

• Qatar

What mountain range is located in northern Iran?

• Caucasus Mountains

• Zagros Mountains

• Hindu Kush

• Anatolia Plateau

Which country is located directly south of Georgia?

• Azerbaijan

• Turkey

• Iran

• Armenia

Which river flows through Pakistan?

• Aral Sea

• Indus River

• Euphrates River

• Tigris River

What is the name of the sea located between Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan?

• Aral Sea

• Red Sea

• Caspian Sea

• Black Sea

What is the name of the mountain range located in Afghanistan and Pakistan?

• Caucasus Mountains

• Kazakh Uplands

• Zagros Mountains

• Hindu Kush