The region of North Africa and Southwest Asia is best known for its hot, dry deserts. However, the region also has some waterways. Use the maps in this chapter to name four
bodies of water or watterways in this region:

2. Many countries in North Africa and Southwest Asia have limited supplies of fresh water
to sustain life. They do have large bodies of water (and a river) that are beneficial to
these countries. In what ways are they beneficial?

3. Human life in North Africa and Southwest Asia flourishes around access to water and
another key natural resource. What is it?

4. Again using the maps in chapter 6.1, descrie where the most densely populated areas.

around the Nile River
5. Using the maps of chapter 6.1, what is the predominant religion found in North Africa and Southwest
Asia?

Extra - The region’s concentrated populations and limited economic options can lead to tensions.
Describe your reaction to the news video we watched in class; what do you think they want and what
are some ways you think they can get what they want?