Arabian Peninsula and Central Asia Geography

Match the correct name to each country or body of water.

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Oman

Saudi Arabia

Iran

United Arab Emirates

Persian Gulf

Iraq

Qatar

Bahrain

Kuwait

Why did Bedouins or nomads travel in camel caravans?

• for comfort of companionship

• for safety from raiders

• they didn't

• they used horses more because they were better suited to the environment.

The Arabian Peninsula's central location allowed it's oasis cities to become wealthy from trade.

• True

• False

Which desert covers most of the Arabian Peninsula?

• Sahara Desert

• Gobi Desert

• Arabian Desert

• Kalahari Desert

What is the primary religion practiced in the Arabian Peninsula?

• Christianity

• Islam

• Buddhism

• Hinduism

Which body of water lies to the east of the Arabian Peninsula?

• Red Sea

• Mediterranean Sea

• Arabian Sea

• Caspian Sea

Which mountain range is located in the northern part of the Arabian Peninsula?

• Himalayas

• Alps

• Zagros Mountains

• Asir Mountains

What is the capital city of Saudi Arabia?

• Riyadh

• Dubai

• Muscat

• Doha

Which country in Central Asia is known for its vast steppes?

• Kazakhstan

• Uzbekistan

• Turkmenistan

• Kyrgyzstan

What is the primary language spoken in the Arabian Peninsula?

• Arabic

• Persian

• Turkish

• Urdu