Chapter 27 Lesson 2 Human Geography of Bhutan, Nepal, Maldives..

Which nations are island nations in the region?

• Bhutan

• Nepal

• Sri Lanka

• the Maldives

sacred words or phrases that are repeated in prayers or chants

• potions

• dzongs

• mantras

• lamas

a dome-shaped structure that serves as a Buddhist shrine

• marinettes

• monasteries

• stupas

• mantras

a fortified monastery that also served as an administrative and commercial center

• dzong

• mantras

• dharma

• monk

tallest mountain chain in the world

• Rockies

• Urals

• Alps

• Himalayas

Major religions in the region

• Islam

• Buddhism

• Hinduism

• Christianity

Type of government found in Bhutan

• communism

• constitutional monarchy

• democracy

• socialism

What is one reason for the growth of tourism in the region?

• the rugged terrain

• visiting the dali lama

• terraced farming

• exploring coral reefs

Which nation influences the government and economies of the nations in this region?

• China

• Russia

• Pakistan

• India

Which statement does NOT describe Siddhartha Gautama

• known as the Buddha

• enlightenment at age 35

• follower's goal is nirvana

• praying in the direction of Mecca