Southwest Asia - The Mountain States Flashcards
1
Q
What is a Secular State?
A
A secular state is a more modern state that is not based upon religion.
2
Q
What is Iran?
A
Iran is an old country that housed the famous Persians. In old times, they stood up against the Romans and they were a major force.
3
Q
Afghanistan has historically been a buffer between Russia and ___.
A
India.
4
Q
The difficult mountains have forced people in Afghanistan to live in ___.
A
Tribal groups.
5
Q
Turkey experiences a serious Earthquake hazard at the ___.
A
Anatolian Fault.
6
Q
Iran is a major oil producer which sends its product in tankers through the chock point at the entrance to the ___.
A
Persian Gulf.
