Türkiye, Iran, Afghanistan and Pakistan
Answers are for parents and teachers.
1
Compare Türkiye and Iran by two features.
Both have many mountains and earthquakes; Iran is rich in oil and gas, while Türkiye has developed industry and tourism.
2
How does Türkiye’s “bridge” position benefit it?
It gains from trade, transport and tourism routes between Europe and Asia.
3
Where do people in Afghanistan live and why?
In foothill plains and valleys, because water and farmland are there.
4
Why is Afghanistan’s economy weak despite rich minerals?
The deposits lie in mountains, roads and industry are lacking, and long instability blocks investment.
5
Pakistan has 240 million people, Iran 90 million. Which has more and about how many times?
Pakistan, about 2.7 times more.