How can a government "Censor" information

Block news sites, imprison people, limit internet searches

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

Both Australia and New Zealand

Were heavily inspired and colonized by England

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

To produce a large amount of hydroelectric power

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

They fear an independent population, demanding changes

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

To provide enough grain to feed India's population

Was founded in Nepal and spread through all of Asia

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

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

The Tibetan Plateau has a low population, mainly because

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

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

Ceremonies, continuing to live in nature, maintaining the language

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

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