Geography and Energy Resources Quiz

Western Asia is marked by diverse terrains, including deserts, steppes, and salt lakes. Most of the region is dry, except for fertile areas like Mesopotamia where the Tigris and Euphrates rivers flow.

The Elburz and Zagros Mountains stand tall, exceeding 5000 meters. The Hindu Kush, Tian Shan, and Pamir ranges in Central Asia reach even higher, exceeding 7000 meters.

Islam is the dominant religion in Western Asia, with Sunni Islam more prevalent in the western part and Shia Islam more prominent in Iran and Iraq.

Religious law or beliefs strongly influence laws and policies in some Western Asian countries.

The region has experienced numerous conflicts driven by political and social factors.

The Middle East is a major source of energy resources, particularly oil and natural gas. Countries like Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the UAE have significant oil reserves, which provide a substantial income stream.

Countries with abundant oil and gas reserves have experienced rapid economic growth, particularly in the secondary and tertiary sectors. However, the wealth is often concentrated among ruling families, leading to inequalities within society.

The control and exploitation of valuable energy resources like oil and gas have fueled political tensions and armed conflicts in the Middle East for decades.

Conflicts in the Middle East stem not only from economic factors but also from religious differences, the influence of terrorist groups like ISIS, and the involvement of powerful nations like the US and Russia seeking political and military dominance.

Civil wars in countries like Syria and Yemen have devastated entire regions, resulting in countless deaths, displacement of millions, including many children, and widespread hardship, including lack of food and shelter.