Analyze the map below and answer the questions that follow.

Question

A satellite map of the Eastern Mediterranean. Areas on the map are circled and labeled 1, 2, 3, and 4. 1 is a range in Northern Turkey. 2 is a desert in the middle of Turkey. 3 is a range in Southern Turkey. 4 is a desert in Israel.
Image courtesy of NASA

On the map above, where is the Anatolian Plateau located?
A.
Region 1
B.
Region 2
C.
Region 3
D.
Region 4

Answer 1

The Anatolian Plateau is primarily located in the central part of Turkey. Based on the regions described:

1. Region 1 is a mountain range in Northern Turkey.
2. Region 2 is a desert in the middle of Turkey (this is likely where the Anatolian Plateau is mainly situated).
3. Region 3 is a mountain range in Southern Turkey.
4. Region 4 is a desert in Israel.

Given this information, the correct answer is:

B. Region 2.