South Asia Physical (Spanish)

What was the goal of the Green Revolution?

• To build better transportation systems

• To explore outer space

• To develop new computer technology

• To improve agricultural techniques

In the 1800s, most of South Asia was colonized by this country

• France

• United States

• Britain

• Spain

What does Buddha mean?

• Suffering
• Enlightened One
• Life of Moderation
• An awakening to the truth

________ is the use of nonviolent protests to challenge a government or its laws.

• Boycott

• Civil Disobedience

• Caste System

• Globalization

Which country is a chain of 1,190 islands?

• Bangladesh

• Sri Lanka

• Bhutan

• Maldives

The Green Revolution was successful because it has

• promoted democratic reform in Bangladesh.
• established equality amongst all people of India.
• introduced western civilzation into Pakistan.
• increased agricultural productivity in India.

This person was an influential leader in India who lead non-violent protests and boycotts that lead to India's independence.

• Martin Luther King Jr.

• Nelson Mandela

• Mahatma Gandhi

• Aladdin

Which country in South Asia has the most people?

• China

• India

• Pakistan

• Bangladesh

People in India eat very little meat. A study of this culture shows what?

• The raising of cattle is very difficult due to the extreme climate

• The culture is concerned with health issues.

• The government enforces strict dietary laws.

• The practice of Hinduism prohibits eating animal flesh.

Why is the river Ganges significant to the Indian people?

• It is a major tourist attraction.

• It is a major transport route through the country

• It is a spiritual place where sins are cleansed.

• It has no significance at all.