Southwest Asia Reading Activity
Quiz
•
Social Studies
•
7th Grade
•
Medium
Ayana Jacobs
Used 4+ times
FREE Resource
12 questions
Show all answers
1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which river do Syria, Israel, and Jordan share?
Nile
Tigris
Jordan
Euphrates
Answer explanation
The Jordan River is the only river that flows through Syria, Israel, and Jordan, serving as a natural border between these countries. The other rivers listed do not share this geographical connection.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How has the building of dams created problems for countries sharing rivers in Southwest Asia?
Dams are too expensive to build to be practical.
Dams limit the water available to countries further downstream.
Few countries have the technology needed to be able to build dams.
Countries in Southwest Asia are not allowed to build dams along shared rivers.
Answer explanation
Dams limit the water flow to countries downstream, creating conflicts over water resources. This is a significant issue in Southwest Asia, where many nations share river systems.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is one problem chemical fertilizers cause for farmers?
Chemical fertilizers make farm animals sick.
Chemicals have led to the build-up of salt levels in the soil.
Fertilizers are too expensive for anyone in Southwest Asia to use.
Few countries in Southwest Asia have factories to make fertilizers.
Answer explanation
Chemical fertilizers can lead to the accumulation of salts in the soil, which negatively affects soil health and crop yields. This build-up can make it difficult for plants to absorb water and nutrients.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How has the use of chemical fertilizers affected water supplies in many countries in Southwest Asia?
Use of chemical fertilizers means crops must be watered constantly.
Enormous amounts of water must be used to produce chemical fertilizers.
Chemical fertilizers have had very little effect on local water supplies in Southwest Asia.
Water supplies have been contaminated by the chemicals through runoff from the fields.
Answer explanation
Chemical fertilizers can contaminate water supplies through runoff, leading to pollution in local water sources. This is a significant issue in Southwest Asia, affecting both water quality and ecosystem health.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why aren't desalination and drip irrigation used more in Southwest Asia?
Most countries do not know about these technologies.
Drip irrigation is not very effective in a hot, dry climate.
Few countries in Southwest Asia have access to seawater.
These technologies are very expensive for the countries to use.
Answer explanation
Desalination and drip irrigation are costly technologies. Many countries in Southwest Asia face financial constraints, making it difficult for them to implement these solutions despite their potential benefits.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What are the two most valuable natural resources in Southwest Asia?
water and cotton
phosphates and oil
oil and natural gas
sulfur and natural gas
Answer explanation
The most valuable natural resources in Southwest Asia are oil and natural gas, as this region holds some of the largest reserves in the world, making them crucial for energy production and economic growth.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How much of the world’s oil supply is found in Southwest Asia?
25 percent
40 percent
50 percent
75 percent
Answer explanation
Southwest Asia holds about 50 percent of the world's oil supply, making it a crucial region for global energy resources. This significant percentage highlights its importance in the oil market.
Create a free account and access millions of resources
Create resources
Host any resource
Get auto-graded reports

Continue with Google

Continue with Email

Continue with Classlink

Continue with Clever
or continue with

Microsoft
%20(1).png)
Apple

Others
By signing up, you agree to our Terms of Service & Privacy Policy
Already have an account?
Similar Resources on Wayground
10 questions
Push and Pull Factors of Immigration Quiz
Quiz
•
6th - 8th Grade
17 questions
Ancient Rome vocab
Quiz
•
6th Grade - University
10 questions
Unit 1: What is History?
Quiz
•
5th - 7th Grade
11 questions
Checking OA1
Quiz
•
7th Grade
14 questions
11.3 - The Mongols
Quiz
•
7th Grade
10 questions
AP 7 Quiz
Quiz
•
7th Grade
10 questions
Federal Parliament Quiz
Quiz
•
6th - 9th Grade
15 questions
PQ#1.1 Konsepto At Paghahating Rehiyon Ng Asya
Quiz
•
7th Grade
Popular Resources on Wayground
20 questions
Brand Labels
Quiz
•
5th - 12th Grade
11 questions
NEASC Extended Advisory
Lesson
•
9th - 12th Grade
10 questions
Ice Breaker Trivia: Food from Around the World
Quiz
•
3rd - 12th Grade
10 questions
Boomer ⚡ Zoomer - Holiday Movies
Quiz
•
KG - University
25 questions
Multiplication Facts
Quiz
•
5th Grade
22 questions
Adding Integers
Quiz
•
6th Grade
10 questions
Multiplication and Division Unknowns
Quiz
•
3rd Grade
20 questions
Multiplying and Dividing Integers
Quiz
•
7th Grade
Discover more resources for Social Studies
14 questions
US Involvement in the Middle East
Quiz
•
7th Grade
18 questions
Influencing Govt (Interest Groups-Media)
Quiz
•
6th - 8th Grade
26 questions
SW Asia History
Quiz
•
7th Grade
16 questions
SS7CG1 Review
Quiz
•
7th Grade
11 questions
Human Adaptations & Modifications
Quiz
•
5th - 10th Grade
12 questions
Fast & Curious - Age of Exploration
Quiz
•
7th Grade
10 questions
Exploring Economic Systems and Their Impact
Interactive video
•
6th - 10th Grade
18 questions
Empresarios
Quiz
•
7th Grade