15 questions
The countries of Central Asia were once republics of Russia / Soviet Union
True
False
Many of the people in Central Asia are farmers and nomadic herders
True
False
The climate in Central Asia is generally dry
True
False
The Silk Road was an important part of Central Asia's history
True
False
Islam is the main religion in Central Asia
True
False
Afghanistan is a poor country with a history of war and violence
True
False
The U.S. invaded Afghanistan as a result of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks
True
False
The terrorist group Al Queda was led by Osama bin Laden
True
False
The strict Islamic group that ruled Afghanistan was the Taliban
True
False
Women and girls were treated fairly by the Taliban and had the same rights as men.
True
False
Forced early marriage for girls is a problem in Afghanistan
True
False
The Aral Sea is shrinking due to the water being diverted for farming
True
False
Cotton is an important source of income for much of Central Asia
True
False
Citizens are forced to pick cotton in Uzbekistan
True
False
Mr. M. is an awesome teacher and very kind for making this quiz so easy.
True
False