Contemporary 🌎 test Flashcards
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What is a subcontinent?
a large landmass that is part of a continent but distinct from it
What country is a subcontinent (name 1)
India
What is an archipelago?
A group of islands
What are examples of an archipelago
Philippines, Japan and Indonesia
What is the ring of fire? 🔥
A region around the Pacific Ocean is prone to volcanic activity, earthquakes and tsunamis
What is a Summer monsoon?
Seasonal winds that bring heavy rainfall into much of the region
What is a winter monsoon?
Seasonal winds that bring dry, cool air into parts of the region
What is population density?
The amount of people living in a certain area.
What is Monotheism
The belief in a single god; especially within an organized religion.
Examples of faith for monotheism is…
Islam, Sikhism
What is Polytheism
The belief of the existence of more than 1 god
Examples of faith for polytheism is…
Hinduism
What is the difference between monotheism and polytheism?
Monotheism believes in only 1 god, while polytheism believes in many or multiple gods.
Why doesn’t Buddhism belong in either Monotheism or polytheism?
Buddhism does not have a god.
What are the main beliefs of Buddhism?
Life is about overcoming suffering.
Why might many Hindus be vegetarian?
Hindus believe in reincarnation and that cows are sacred
What do you notice as the largest differences between North Korea and South Korea
GDP - South Korea is much more developed (wealthier) than North Korea.
Why is South Korea more developed than North Korea
The government of South Korea allows free enterprise and is open with the rest of the world. .
How does Communism fit into chinas government?
Only members of the Communist party are elected. The Communist party controls the government and economy. People have limited rights and freedoms.
What are Special Economic Zones
These are port cities that allow more free-enterprise and are not as strictly controlled by the government.
How have special economic zones helped grow the Chinese economy
it gives easy access to shipping.
Are special economic zones normal in an unlimited country?
no, These are unusual in unlimited countries because the government gives up some of its control in these areas.
Which country is considered to be the world’s largest democracy?
India
How did the British influence the language, culture and government of India?
Some aspects of colonial rule remain (language, cricket, parliamentary democracy)
