AP South Asia East Asia

Based on the map, which climate region is most suitable for agriculture?

• A) Arid

• B) semi- arid

• C) Humid

• D) Semi- humid

This is a map of Southern and Eastern Asia. Determine the location of Korea. Select the correct answer.

Why has China never been able to invade Japan?

• Korea helps to protect Japan as part of an alliance

• Japan is an isolated island with a powerful military force.

• Japan and China have remained allies throughout history

• None of the above

Which of the following was a "push" factor for millions of Muslims in India in 1947?

• great jobs in Pakistan

• British partitioning of India and Pakistan

• a terrible monsoon season

• an outbreak of plague

What is the most frequent cause of major earthquakes in Japan?

• The pressure from tectonic movement

• Volcanic eruptions

• Tsunamis

• Human activities

Which of the following best explains why McDonald’s in India does not sell beef hamburgers?

• A. Beef is very expensive in India and not economical for fast-food restaurants

• B. Most Indians will not eat beef because of their religious beliefs

• C. Most beef in India is of very poor quality and does not meet McDonald’s demanding standards for taste

• D. Many Indians fear the spread of “mad cow” disease from European cattle

Where did the Buddhist religion originate? Select the correct answer on the map.

• Afghanistan

• Tibet

• China

• India

Which of the following is the best explanation as to why many cities in parts of Asia face such problems as rapid urbanization?

• In the interest of modernization many countries around the planet have forced its rural citizens into more urban environments.

• People have moved to cities because using low-tech farming methods has reduced the number of needed farmers.

• People have moved to cities looking for better jobs and greater opportunities.

• Cities give citizens tax breaks in order to increase their population.

Which historical tradition of the Aryans MOST influences the social and political life of Indians today?

• A. Buddhism

• B. caste system

• C. belief in one god

• D. Persian languages

All of the following are reasons that the high-speed railways in Japan are important to the economy EXCEPT:

• A. they are frequent and usually on time.

• B. they connect Japan to Taiwan.

• C. they have easy access to urban areas.

• D. they transport many passengers