East Asia Unit 13 Exam Review

Why is China often referred to as the “Rice Bowl”?

• China has cold climates supported by seasonal wind patterns

• China has warm climates supported by seasonal monsoon rains

• China has dry climates supported by limited rainfall amounts

How did the Cold War affect Korea?

• The conflict led to the removal of all foreign troops

• The conflict led to the unification of Korea under one rule

• The conflict led to the division of Korea into two nations

Where is the DMZ located?

• The DMZ is located along the border between North and South Korea

• The DMZ is located along the coast between China and Korea

Why does Korea remain divided today?

• The division continues due to natural geographic barriers

• The division continues due to unresolved political conflict

• The division continues due to limited access to resources

Wind has deposited fine sediments over time, creating fertile loess soil in northern China.

What can be inferred about this region?

• The region supports productive agriculture due to rich soil deposits

• The region supports little vegetation due to extreme cold

China created Special Economic Zones (SEZs) where companies invest and relocate production to reduce costs.

What is a likely result of these regions?

• The regions restrict foreign businesses from entering markets

• The regions reduce trade by increasing production costs

• The regions attract foreign businesses by offering economic advantages
  

The Three Gorges Dam in China was built to alter river flow and generate electricity.

What is a major result of this project?

• The dam prevents trade along the river and stops tourism

• The dam produces hydroelectric power and controls flooding

The Gobi Desert in northern China acts as a natural barrier.

What is a result of this geographic feature?

• The desert isolates China from many potential invaders

• The desert allows easy trade routes across northern Asia

Japan has few natural resources.

What is a result of this situation?

• The country relies heavily on importing raw materials

• The country produces all resources within its borders

• The country limits industrial and technological growth

• The country exports more resources than it imports

China implemented the One-Child Policy to control population growth.

What is a result of this policy?

• The policy increased population growth and expanded families

• The policy slowed population growth and affected family structure

• The policy encouraged larger families in rural areas

• The policy eliminated the need for government planning