Southern and Eastern Asia Geography Review

Which river in India is considered sacred in Hinduism and faces severe pollution issues?

• Chang Jiang River

• Huang He River

• Ganges River

• Mekong River

The Korean Peninsula is bordered by which sea to the east?

• Yellow Sea

• Sea of Japan

• South China Sea

• East China Sea

Which deserts, located in northern China, are known for its harsh climate and expanding due to desertification?

• Taklimakan Desert

• Thar Desert

• Arabian Desert

• Gobi Desert

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

• Himalayan Mountains

• Alps

• Andes

• Rocky Mountains

What is the main difference between an ethnic group and a religious group?

• Religious groups share common beliefs, while ethnic groups share cultural heritage

• Ethnic groups are larger than religious groups

• Religious groups are always tied to a specific region

• There is no difference between the two

Which belief system emphasizes harmony with nature and ancestor worship in Japan?

• Buddhism

• Shintoism

• Confucianism

• Hinduism

The Chang Jiang (Yangtze) River faces pollution primarily due to:

• Natural disasters

• Agricultural runoff and industrial waste

• Tourism activities

• Ocean currents

Which countries are located on the Korean Peninsula?

• China and Japan

• Vietnam and Cambodia

• North Korea and South Korea

• Japan and Taiwan

What is a major effect of flooding in India?

• Increased tourism

• Improved agricultural yield

• Destruction of homes, water-born diseases

• Enhanced transportation

The Yellow Sea gets its name from:

• The color of its fish

• Ancient Chinese mythology

• Yellow silt from the Huang He River

• Pollution