Who is Aung San Suu Kyi and why is she important?

She's the pro-democracy leader in Myanmar (Arrested)

Why are bullet trains important to East Asia?

They can hold a lot of people and are fast and clean

The Ganges is the most important river to India, because

It has major religious, economic and social significance to the nation

Based on Japan's population trends, what is a major problem they will face in the near future?

An elderly population with very few workers or children

What aspects of Aboriginal culture, show their "traditional" practices?

Ceremonies, continuing to live in nature, maintaining the language

How can a government "Censor" information

Block news sites, imprison people, limit internet searches

Was founded in Nepal and spread through all of Asia

Countries like China and North Korea choose to censor opposition, because

They fear an independent population, demanding changes

The Tibetan Plateau has a low population, mainly because

It is very mountainous and far from the major trade centers on the coast

Both Australia and New Zealand

Were heavily inspired and colonized by England

One major impact of the Green Revolution in India, has been

To provide enough grain to feed India's population

The main reason for China building the 3 Gorges Dam, was

To produce a large amount of hydroelectric power

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1
Who is Aung San Suu Kyi and why is she important?
She is the wife of the military dictator in Myanmar
She studies jungle animals and writes kids books
She is an activist for Rohingya rights and speaker at the UN
She's the pro-democracy leader in Myanmar (Arrested)
2
A traditional community in rural China, would have many workers in the
Agricultural Sector
Financial Sector
Tech Sector
Manufacturing sector
3
Of all the major religions, Buddhism has had the greatest impact on East Asian societies
False
True
4
Why are bullet trains important to East Asia?
They can transport travelers internationally.
They can hold a lot of people and are fast and clean
They are expensive, so only the best can afford them
They have a bad record of safety
5
Seasonal winds which bring either warm wet air or cold dry air to India
Tornados
Monsoons
Hurricanes
Typhoons
6
The Ganges is the most important river to India, because
It freezes in winter, creating a convenient bridge
It has major religious, economic and social significance to the nation
It protects India from Pakistan
It's water is bottled and exported to many countries
7
Based on Japan's population trends, what is a major problem they will face in the near future?
The loss of their national language, as English becomes more popular
An elderly population with very few workers or children
Too many children and not enough food
A major conflict with Australia and New Zealand
8
What aspects of Aboriginal culture, show their "traditional" practices?
Becoming fans for different Australian rugby teams
Speaking English at the office
Ceremonies, continuing to live in nature, maintaining the language
Adaptation and use of western clothes and styles
9
How can a government "Censor" information
Block news sites, imprison people, limit internet searches
They can expand 5G into rural communities
They can reward companies/individuals for being independent
They can send people overseas to learn from other cultures
10
Buddhism -
Was brought to Japan by force during an invasion
Teaches people to seek wealth and become important leaders
Was founded in Nepal and spread through all of Asia
Is only practiced by dedicated monks
11
Sikhism is similar to Islam and Judaism, because
They all have holy sites in Jerusalem
They worship with men and women separated
They are monotheistic
They follow The Ten Commandments
12
Pacific Island chains such as the Philippines and Indonesia, are at higher risk for natural disasters because
Deep sea drilling off their coasts
The El Nino weather system
Kaiju, as seen in the movie, Pacific Rim
They are on the Ring of Fire
13
A company like Apple opens offices in the Philippines and hires local workers to assist callers. This is an example of:
Outsourcing
Cultural Diffusion
Cultural Exchange
Trade Deficit
14
Countries like China and North Korea choose to censor opposition, because
They are concerned about British influence over society
The Communist message is fine, as it is.
They fear an independent population, demanding changes
It is the culture given to them by Buddhist teachings
15
The wide variety of languages spoken in SEA and Pacific World, is mainly due to colonization and migration
False
True
16
The Tibetan Plateau has a low population, mainly because
The area has lost many people due to war
There are no roads from the plateau to the major cities in China
It is very mountainous and far from the major trade centers on the coast
Outsiders are forbidden from visiting, based on religious rules
17
In Tokyo, you can find McDonalds, Krispy Creme and Starbucks. This is an example of
Traditional Culture
Cultural Diffusion
Cultures in a Petri dish
Cultural Protectionism
18
Both Australia and New Zealand
Are considered, "underdeveloped nations" according to the UN
Can trace their culture back to Latin America
Are constantly in conflict with islands in the South Pacific
Were heavily inspired and colonized by England
19
One way Japanese have increased land for farming in mountainous areas is
Recreational Farms
Traditional Farming
Generational Farms
Terrace Farming
20
One major impact of the Green Revolution in India, has been
The overthrow of India's government by environmental groups
To replant deserts with new grass
To provide enough grain to feed India's population
To expand the forest areas
21
China is rushing to build new highways, buildings and railways. These are also known as
Economic Opportunity Zones
City centers
Urban Production Centers
Infrastructure
22
The main reason for China building the 3 Gorges Dam, was
To create farmland in central China
To produce a large amount of hydroelectric power
To use up extra savings which the state had
To create a reservoir for koi fishing tournaments

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