South Asia

One effect outsourcing to India has on the United States is?

• loss of jobs in the United States

• changing business hours in the United States

• rising manufacturing costs in the United States

• increased jobs in the United States

The boundaries between Pakistan and India were established after

• a 1945 Balochistan earthquake devastated the region

• peace treaties ending the Second World War were signed

• British leaders ended colonial rule over the region in 1947

• the creation of a Sikh and Muslim coalition to promote peace

Which historic conflict was a primary reason for the political division of Pakistan and India?

• Differences between Hindus and Sikhs

• Disputes between Muslims and Hindus

• Tensions between the British and Indian leaders

• Cold War tensions between the United States and Russia

In India, McDonald's serves a number of vegetarian items due to the large number of vegetarians living in the country. This is an example of cultural ________.

You cheated on your Math test, and later that day your phone breaks. This example would best represent what Hindu belief?

• polytheism

• karma

• reincarnation

• fasting

Which of these are believed by the Indian people about the Ganges River?

• It provides drinking and irrigation water.

• People look to the river for miracles.

• The river is part of Indian's folklore and mythology.

• A, B, and C

Which of these is true about the Caste System?

• The government still legally segregates Indian citizens based on their caste ranking.

• The practice of caste discrimination is still commonly practiced in rural areas despite being illegal.

• Most Indians do not believe in the caste system since Hinduism is no longer the dominant religion in the country.

• The caste system was implemented by the British during colonial rule so is no longer in effect.

After India gained independence, how did their political borders change?

• Bhutan broke away from India due to religious differences.

• Pakistan and India partitioned into two separate nations due to religious differences.

• India gained territory by taking over Bangladesh.

• The boundaries established by the British are still in effect today.

What is Mohandas Gandhi best known for?

• Leading the movement towards a democratic government in Nepal.

• Advocating for the independence of Kashmir, a stateless nation.

• Encouraging non-violent protesting in India's fight for independence.

• Helping to end the legal practice of the caste system.

Because of the Himalayan Mountains, both Bhutan and Nepal have what type of climate?

• Highland

• Tropical Wet

• Semi-Arid

• Tundra