Unit 1: East Asia

Front

What desert is Marco Polo referring to in the source?
“This desert is reported to be so long that it would take a year to go from end to end; and at the narrowest point it takes a month to cross it. It consists entirely of mountains and sands and valleys. There is nothing at all to eat.” — Marco Polo
Options: The Sahara Desert, The Gobi Desert, The Arabian Desert, The Atacama Desert

Back

The Gobi Desert

Front

Which body of water separates the Japanese archipelago from mainland Asia? Options: Pacific Ocean, Sea of Japan (East Sea), Yellow Sea, South China Sea

Back

Sea of Japan (East Sea)

Front

The Gobi Desert is primarily located in which two countries?

Back

Mongolia and China

Front

Which river is considered the longest river in Asia and third longest in the world?

Back

Yangtze River

Front

Which mountain range forms a natural border between China and India?

Back

Himalayas

Front

Which number correctly locates the Korean Peninsula?

Back

2

Front

Which dynasty reunified China before the Tang Dynasty?

Back

Sui Dynasty

Front

How did the reunification of China contribute to the spread of Buddhism?

Back

It improved trade routes, allowing Buddhist ideas to travel more easily.

Front

What role did the Silk Road play in spreading Buddhism during this time?

Back

It facilitated the exchange of goods and ideas, including Buddhist teachings.

Front

Which of the following was NOT a way Buddhism spread during China's reunification?

• Through the translation of Buddhist texts into Chinese
• By the construction of Buddhist temples and monasteries
• Through forced conversion of the entire population
• By the patronage of Buddhist art and sculpture

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Through forced conversion of the entire population