Southwest and South Asia today unit test
1. What is the major religion practiced in Southwest and South Asia?
a) Hinduism
b) Buddhism
c) Islam
d) Sikhism
2. Which country in Southwest Asia is known for its oil reserves?
a) India
b) Iran
c) Pakistan
d) Saudi Arabia
3. Which city is considered the holiest in Islam and is located in Saudi Arabia?
a) Tehran
b) Mecca
c) Jerusalem
d) Mumbai
4. The Ganges River, considered a sacred river in India, flows through which major city?
a) New Delhi
b) Mumbai
c) Kolkata
d) Varanasi
5. Which country in Southwest Asia has historically been known as Persia?
a) Iran
b) Iraq
c) Afghanistan
d) Turkey
6. What is the largest mountain range in Southwest and South Asia?
a) Himalayas
b) Andes
c) Alps
d) Rockies
7. What is the capital city of Afghanistan?
a) Kabul
b) Islamabad
c) New Delhi
d) Riyadh
8. Which country in South Asia is known for its vibrant Bollywood film industry?
a) Pakistan
b) Bangladesh
c) Sri Lanka
d) India
9. The city of Mumbai, India, was previously known by what name?
a) Calcutta
b) Madras
c) Bombay
d) Chennai
10. Which country in Southwest and South Asia is known for its intricate handwoven rugs and carpets?
a) Bangladesh
b) Sri Lanka
c) Afghanistan
d) Nepal
Answers:
1. c) Islam
2. d) Saudi Arabia
3. b) Mecca
4. d) Varanasi
5. a) Iran
6. a) Himalayas
7. a) Kabul
8. d) India
9. c) Bombay
10. c) Afghanistan