Question 1

There are several significant ethnic conflicts in South Asia.Write an essay in which you examine the history and current status of three of these disputes.

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Question 2

Mumbai is the oldest city in South Asia.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

The Islamic religion dominates in Pakistan and Bangladesh.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

A monsoon can be defined as a seasonal change in wind direction,with corresponding wet and dry periods.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Which country in South Asia is only 6 feet above sea level at its highest point,and therefore is most threatened by rising sea levels predicted to accompany climate change?

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A)  the Maldives 
B)  Sri Lanka 
C)  India 
D)  Pakistan 
E)  Bangladesh 
A)  the Maldives 
B)  Sri Lanka 
C)  India 
D)  Pakistan 
E)  Bangladesh

Question 6

Write an essay in which you examine and explain the nature and extent of poverty in South Asia,as well as the region's level of economic development,including which sectors are strong,which are weak,and what overall growth trends have been.

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Question 7

What are bustees?

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A)  a type of insect pest that threatens crops throughout South Asia 
B)  sprawling squatter settlements in South Asia 
C)  This is the name for the untouchable caste in Hindu South Asia. 
D)  citizen groups that lobby for better government services in Pakistan 
E)  the local name given to the monsoonal winds that plague Bangladesh 
A)  a type of insect pest that threatens crops throughout South Asia 
B)  sprawling squatter settlements in South Asia 
C)  This is the name for the untouchable caste in Hindu South Asia. 
D)  citizen groups that lobby for better government services in Pakistan 
E)  the local name given to the monsoonal winds that plague Bangladesh

Question 8

Which of the following is one of the main reasons that Pakistan has had a difficult time achieving economic growth?

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A)  Its landlocked position makes it difficult for the nation to engage in trade. 
B)  Its economy is almost solely dependent on the information-technology industry. 
C)  It is burdened by high levels of defense spending. 
D)  Its ongoing war with Afghanistan has sapped the nation's economy. 
E)  Its "bubble" economy has collapsed. 
A)  Its landlocked position makes it difficult for the nation to engage in trade. 
B)  Its economy is almost solely dependent on the information-technology industry. 
C)  It is burdened by high levels of defense spending. 
D)  Its ongoing war with Afghanistan has sapped the nation's economy. 
E)  Its "bubble" economy has collapsed.

Question 9

What climatic factor dominates South Asia,often causing summer floods?

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A)  blizzards 
B)  droughts 
C)  hailstorms 
D)  monsoons 
E)  tornadoes 
A)  blizzards 
B)  droughts 
C)  hailstorms 
D)  monsoons 
E)  tornadoes

Question 10

Sikhism is a blend of what two religions?

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A)  Christianity and Islam 
B)  Hinduism and Islam 
C)  Hinduism and Buddhism 
D)  Islam and Buddhism 
E)  Christianity and Hinduism 
A)  Christianity and Islam 
B)  Hinduism and Islam 
C)  Hinduism and Buddhism 
D)  Islam and Buddhism 
E)  Christianity and Hinduism

Question 11

Who brought Islam to South Asia?

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A)  Turkic-speaking Muslims from Central Asia 
B)  Saudi princes 
C)  Malaysian traders traveling the Silk Road 
D)  Persian warriors during the expansion of their empire 
E)  Afghan mujahedeen 
A)  Turkic-speaking Muslims from Central Asia 
B)  Saudi princes 
C)  Malaysian traders traveling the Silk Road 
D)  Persian warriors during the expansion of their empire 
E)  Afghan mujahedeen

Question 12

Jainism emphasizes nonviolence over all other values.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Describe the formation and typical climate patterns associated with monsoons in South Asia.

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Question 14

What is the main reason why urbanization is increasing in South Asia?

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A)  changes in the economics of agriculture resulting in greater mechanization 
B)  official government policies that encourage city growth 
C)  the high incidence of mosquito-borne illnesses in the countryside 
D)  better economic opportunities in the cities 
E)  Urbanization is a prerequisite for assistance from the International Monetary Fund. 
A)  changes in the economics of agriculture resulting in greater mechanization 
B)  official government policies that encourage city growth 
C)  the high incidence of mosquito-borne illnesses in the countryside 
D)  better economic opportunities in the cities 
E)  Urbanization is a prerequisite for assistance from the International Monetary Fund.

Question 15

A river is needed for orographic precipitation to occur.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

What is the name for India's secluded or untouchable caste?

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A)  Brahmins 
B)  Kshatriyas 
C)  Sudras 
D)  Dalits 
E)  Vaishyas 
A)  Brahmins 
B)  Kshatriyas 
C)  Sudras 
D)  Dalits 
E)  Vaishyas

Question 17

What country of South Asia has been one of the most successful in the region in reducing its fertility rate?

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A)  Pakistan 
B)  Nepal 
C)  Bangladesh 
D)  Bhutan 
E)  India 
A)  Pakistan 
B)  Nepal 
C)  Bangladesh 
D)  Bhutan 
E)  India

Question 18

The Buddha

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A)  was born into a wealthy family in northern India. 
B)  promised his followers an afterlife. 
C)  supported the caste system. 
D)  eventually converted to Hinduism. 
E)  founded Islam. 
A)  was born into a wealthy family in northern India. 
B)  promised his followers an afterlife. 
C)  supported the caste system. 
D)  eventually converted to Hinduism. 
E)  founded Islam.

Question 19

Which of the following best describes the geography of religion in India?

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A)  Most of the people are Muslim, but about 15% are Hindu. 
B)  Most of the people are Hindu, but about 15% are Sikh. 
C)  Most of the people are Hindu, but about 15% are Muslim. 
D)  Most of the people are Muslim, but about 15% are Sikh. 
E)  About 50% are Hindu, about 40% are Muslim, and about 10% are Sikh. 
A)  Most of the people are Muslim, but about 15% are Hindu. 
B)  Most of the people are Hindu, but about 15% are Sikh. 
C)  Most of the people are Hindu, but about 15% are Muslim. 
D)  Most of the people are Muslim, but about 15% are Sikh. 
E)  About 50% are Hindu, about 40% are Muslim, and about 10% are Sikh.

Question 20

Sikhism is a blend of Hinduism and Islam.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

There are several significant ethnic conflicts in South Asia.Write an essay in which you examine the history and current status of three of these disputes.

Mumbai is the oldest city in South Asia.

The Islamic religion dominates in Pakistan and Bangladesh.

A monsoon can be defined as a seasonal change in wind direction,with corresponding wet and dry periods.

Which country in South Asia is only 6 feet above sea level at its highest point,and therefore is most threatened by rising sea levels predicted to accompany climate change?

Write an essay in which you examine and explain the nature and extent of poverty in South Asia,as well as the region's level of economic development,including which sectors are strong,which are weak,and what overall growth trends have been.

What are bustees?

Which of the following is one of the main reasons that Pakistan has had a difficult time achieving economic growth?

What climatic factor dominates South Asia,often causing summer floods?

Sikhism is a blend of what two religions?

Who brought Islam to South Asia?

Jainism emphasizes nonviolence over all other values.

Describe the formation and typical climate patterns associated with monsoons in South Asia.

What is the main reason why urbanization is increasing in South Asia?

A river is needed for orographic precipitation to occur.

What is the name for India's secluded or untouchable caste?

What country of South Asia has been one of the most successful in the region in reducing its fertility rate?

The Buddha

Which of the following best describes the geography of religion in India?

Sikhism is a blend of Hinduism and Islam.

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Exam 12: South Asia

There are several significant ethnic conflicts in South Asia.Write an essay in which you examine the history and current status of three of these disputes.

Mumbai is the oldest city in South Asia.

The Islamic religion dominates in Pakistan and Bangladesh.

A monsoon can be defined as a seasonal change in wind direction,with corresponding wet and dry periods.

Which country in South Asia is only 6 feet above sea level at its highest point,and therefore is most threatened by rising sea levels predicted to accompany climate change?

Write an essay in which you examine and explain the nature and extent of poverty in South Asia,as well as the region's level of economic development,including which sectors are strong,which are weak,and what overall growth trends have been.

What are bustees?

Which of the following is one of the main reasons that Pakistan has had a difficult time achieving economic growth?

What climatic factor dominates South Asia,often causing summer floods?

Sikhism is a blend of what two religions?

Who brought Islam to South Asia?

Jainism emphasizes nonviolence over all other values.

Describe the formation and typical climate patterns associated with monsoons in South Asia.

What is the main reason why urbanization is increasing in South Asia?

A river is needed for orographic precipitation to occur.

What is the name for India's secluded or untouchable caste?

What country of South Asia has been one of the most successful in the region in reducing its fertility rate?

The Buddha

Which of the following best describes the geography of religion in India?

Sikhism is a blend of Hinduism and Islam.

Globalization and Diversity

Changing Global Environment

North America

Latin America

The Caribbean

Sub-Saharan Africa

Southwest Asia and North Africa

Europe

The Russian Domain

Central Asia

East Asia

Southeast Asia

Australia and Oceania

Filters