2nd Semester Final Exam Review

The exiled spiritual leader of Tibet, considered an “Ocean of Wisdom” by his followers is

To what does the “D.M.Z.” at the 38th parallel refer?

Africa has lagged behind other continents because

This is the general term used to describe the largest ethnic group in the Middle East:

Population in the Korean peninsula is more dense on the western side because of:

This human-made waterway in the Middle East is critical for trade in that region:

China's physical "situation" is different from the Unites States' in this same/equal region:

The Korean peninsula was divided into 2 countries, South and North Korea, when:

The vast majority of citizens in North Korea:

The current leader in N Korea is a person who is regarded by most of the world community as

Modern China can best be considered a “Recycled Dynasty” because of its

The reason for the Tibetan population’s exile is because of

The Confucian Philosophy emphasized:

Creating a “challenging” landscape in western China would be the:

Which of the following does NOT characterize Japan and its culture?

What amazing discovery has opened many eyes to life in China during the early dynasties?

Why is “Tank Man” so important or significant in the story of modern China?

Modern China can best be considered a “New China” because of its

Economic growth in China during the last 25 years has been big, and political change has been

Of the 3 East Asian areas of Japan, NKorea, SKorea, Japan has the lowest standard of living.

China’s most productive agricultural land can be found in this sub-region of the country

Which of the following factors aided in the formation of a common culture throughout China

Petroleum (oil) resources are evenly distributed throughout the Middle East region

The physical geography of Japan greatly affects the population density because:

Origami, Sumo, and a Reverence for Nature all best describe the culture of:

Periodically, Japan and the Koreas argue about the name for which body of water?

The Middle East is considered a “Crossroads of the World” because: