Asia (2)

Which cultural tradition characterizes Indian society today despite being outlawed in 1947?-

• caste distinctions

• reincarnation

• sacred objects

• karma

Historic conflict was a primary reason for the political division of Pakistan and India

• arguing between Muslims and Buddhists

• fighting between Christians and Hindus

• disputes between Muslims and Hindus

• quarreling between Christians and Sikhs

Who was India's greatest leader that urged nonviolence during the protest for independence?

• Mohandas Ghandi

• Buddha

• Shah Jahan

• Braham

Where does the majority of China's population live and why?

• In the north because they are protected by the Great Wall of China
• in the East because there is rich soil and fresh water
• only in the cities because of good jobs
• in the east because of beaches and restaurants

What is the cause of tsunamis?

• lightning strikes the water causing a huge wave
• tectonic plates shifting from an earthquake on the ocean floor
• it's the result of a storm and the same as a hurricane
• Most Asians believe it's a result of their God being angry

Mt. Everest is located in what Mountain range?

• Denali Range

• Alps Range

• Himalayan Range

• Everest Range

People who were considered "untouchables" were

• wealthy

• outcasts

• popular

• criminals

80% of individuals living in India are _____, and the majority of individuals living in Pakistan are ______.

• Hindus ; Buddhists

• Hindus; Muslims

• Muslims : Hindus

• Christians ; Muslims

Under British Rule, Indians were:

• were treated fairly with respect

• Given all rights as a British citizen

• treated harshly and used for manual labor

• allowed to vote for it's representatives

India was under ______ rule between the 1700's - 1900's.

• Mogul

• Pakistani

• French

• British