SE Asia Environmental Issues

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How do farms contribute to water pollution?

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fertilizers and pesticides have chemicals that run off into water sources

Front

Tons of wastes pour into the Ganges River everyday.

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True

Front

The Ganges River is sacred to the Hindu religion.

Back

Yes this is true.

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The leading cause of death in China is from diseases caused by air pollution.

Back

Yes this is true.

Front

Is pollution in the Yangtze River making the fish unfit to eat?

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Yes, this is a problem.

Front

What country has polluted their water sources by tossing cremated remains into the river?

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India

Front

What is the main cause of environmental issues in Asia today? Options: overused landfills, flooding and famine, contaminated soil along the rivers, rapid industrialization and overpopulation

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rapid industrialization and overpopulation

Front

Why is the Yellow River (Huang He) sometimes called "China's Sorrow?"

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Flooding along the river often cause suffering for the people

Front

Which of these is the most important river to the Indian subcontinent: Yangtze River, Ganges River, Oconee River, Nile River?

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Ganges River

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Why do Hindu people spread their ashes into the Ganges River?

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They believe they will have a peaceful journey into their next life.