NASWA Quiz Review, Week 1

What type of major naturally occurring landform (not man made) has had the greatest impact on NASWA exports?

• Oceans/Seas

• Desert

• Atlas Mountains

• Nile River Delta

Which major landform(s) has led to an arid climate throughout most of the NASWA region? (Check any correct answers)

• Saharan Desert

• Mediterranean Sea

• Caucasus Mountains

• Arabian Desert

What was a major impact of the Suez Canal being built?

• Led to war between Saudi Arabia and Egypt

• Enhanced trade between Africa, Asia, and Europe

• Shortened trade routes from Europe to Asia by 5,000 miles

• Led to the death of 100,000s of people during its construction

What made it possible for the Ancient Egyptian civilization to survive in the Saharan Desert?

• Amazon River Delta

• Nile River Delta

• Mediterranean Sea

• Suez Canal

What are the three major characteristics of the climate along the Mediterranean coast? (SELECT ALL Correct Answers)

• Hot summers

• Mild winters

• Enough rainfall to support life

• So. Intensely. Hot. Yuck!

Based on its geography, what is a MAJOR export of the North African and Southwest Asian region?

• Cotton

• Oil/Petroleum

• Tungsten

• Olive Oil

Using the data from the population density map, why does Northern Africa have such a low population?

• The Nile River floods to frequently

• The Atlas mountains make it difficult to build permanent shelters

• The arid climate of the Saharan Desert makes life unlivable in most areas

• The Mediterranean Coast is prone to devastating hurricanes that destroy cities and food sources.

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