Physical Geography
What is the tallest mountain in the world, located in Asia?
Mount Everest
What is the main climate type found in Southeast Asia?
Tropical
Which two countries have the largest populations in the world?
China and India
What is the most widely spoken language in the world, with over 1 billion speakers?
Mandarin Chinese
What continent is directly west of Asia?
Europe
This desert, located in China and Mongolia, is one of the largest in the world.
Gobi Desert
What is Asia’s most important food crop, grown in countries like China, India, and Vietnam?
Rice
What is the most populated city in the world, located in Japan?
Tokyo
What is the major religion in India?
Hinduism
What is the name of the region where Europe and Asia meet?
Eurasia
What is the longest river in Asia?
Yangtze River
Why do few people live in the Siberian region of Russia?
Extreme cold temperatures
What is one major reason people leave rural areas and move to cities in Asia?
Job opportunities
What is the significance of the Ganges River in Hindu culture?
It is considered sacred and used for religious rituals.
What is the name of the traditional Japanese garment often worn during special ceremonies?
Kimono
What large flat region in Russia has extreme cold temperatures?
Siberian Plain
What natural resource is found in large amounts in the Middle East and helps power much of the world?
Oil
Name a push factor that might cause someone to leave their home in Asia.
War, natural disasters, poverty, or lack of jobs
What major holiday is celebrated in China with fireworks, parades, and family gatherings?
Chinese New Year
What type of government does China have?
Communist government
Name the busiest sea trade route in Asia.
South China Sea
How has deforestation impacted parts of Asia?
Loss of animal habitats, increased flooding, and climate change effects
What is a pull factor that attracts people to cities in Asia?
Better education, job opportunities, or safety
How has globalization affected Asian cultures?
Increased trade, spread of technology, influence from Western cultures, and blending of traditions
Name a significant environmental issue currently affecting Asia.
Air pollution, deforestation, water scarcity, or climate change