Country Profiles: Mongolia Webquest Worksheet

Mongolia is a landlocked country in East and Central Asia, bordered by Russia to the north and China to the south. Its capital is Ulaanbaatar, a rapidly growing city that serves as the country’s political, cultural, and economic center. Known for its vast steppes, deserts (including part of the Gobi Desert), and nomadic traditions, Mongolia has a unique cultural heritage shaped by centuries of history, including the Mongol Empire led by Genghis Khan. Today, it is a parliamentary republic with a developing economy driven by mining (coal, copper, gold), agriculture, and livestock herding. This worksheet guides students through Mongolia’s geography, government structure, economy, and cultural identity, with reflection questions to encourage deeper engagement.

Keywords:
Mongolia, Ulaanbaatar, East Asia, Central Asia, Russia, China, landlocked, Gobi Desert, steppes, nomadic traditions, Genghis Khan, Mongol Empire, mining, coal, copper, gold, livestock herding, parliamentary republic, cultural heritage, Model United Nations (MUN), Geography