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Predicting the Future: Resources in the Middle East

Question 7 • Online World History B

The map below shows the geography of the Middle East. What conclusion can be drawn about the water supply in the Middle East?

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Answer
A
Water is scarce because there are few lakes and rivers and countries cannot ship it around the many mountains.
B
Water is scarce because there are few lakes and rivers and many mountain ranges block rain from moving inland.
C
Water is abundant because there are many rivers and lakes and few mountain ranges to block rain from moving inland.
D
Water is abundant because there are many rivers and lakes and countries have figured out a way to share it.