Question

10. Why was the Taklamakan Desert mainly known as the "Sea of Death?"

A. It was very cold there.

B. It is full of poisonous snakes and extreme temperatures.

C. Many traders died there while traveling along the Silk Road.

D. The temperature was extremely hot all the time.

Answer 1

The taklamakan was much smaller than the Gobi, but it was given its nickname due to its extreme temperatures and poisonous snakes.

Answer 2

B. It is full of poisonous snakes and extreme temperatures

Step-by-step explanation:

The Taklamakan desert is a desert found in China. It is not the largest desert because it is smaller than the Gobi, but it is one of the most dangerous. Part of this is because of the poisonous snakes that reside there. Additionally, there is both extreme heat and cold. In the day, under the strong UV rays, the heat can be deadly. On the other hand, the cold of the night can also lead to death for inexperienced travelers.