Locations
Asia is the __________________ continent by land area.
largest
How many countries are there in Asia?
49
What is the largest desert in Asia?
Gobi Desert
What kind of farming is common in Asia because of the warm climate and rainy seasons?
Paddy (rice) Farming
Why are many houses built on stilts?
To protect them from flooding
What to Continents are nest to Asia
Africa & Europe
What is the only country located in North Asia?
Russia
What is the name of the active volcano and the highest peak in Japan?
Mount Fuji
What popular landmark was built to protect ancient Chinese states from invaders?
The Great Wall of China
Which country's capital city is Tokyo?
Japan
What 2 hemispheres is Asia mostly part of?
Northern & Eastern
What country is the smallest in Asia?
The Maldives
What is the tallest mountain in Asia (and on Earth)?
Mount Everest
In what country is Red Square located?
Russia
What country is known for the food Peking Duck?
China
What Oceans touch Asia
Indian Ocean, Pacific Ocean, Artic Ocean
What is the largest country located entirely in Asia?
China
In what country is the Dead Sea located?
Israel
In what country is the Taj Mahal located?
India
Why is Western Asia also called the Middle East
Because it is located in the middle eastern part of the continents Asia and Europe
List the 6 Regions of Asia
North, South, Southeast, Central, West (Middle East), East
How many islands make up the country of Indonesia?
17,508
Where is the Syrian Desert located?
Iraq
In what country is Ha Long Bay located?
Vietnam
Name 3 of the 6 inventions that Asia is known for.
gun powder, magnetic compass, paper making, silk, tea, printing