Question 1

What economic activity was important in the Japanese city of Ina in the early 1800s?

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Question 2

Where is China's "rust belt" located?

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China's "rust belt," also known as the Northeastern region or Dongbei, is located in Manchuria. This area was once the heart of China's industrialization but has since suffered from economic decline and environmental degradation.

Question 3

Write True or False to the statements below.If the statement is false, rewrite the underlined word or phrase to make the statement true. -North Korea has the capability to produce nuclear weapons.

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The statement is true.

Question 4

What is the "Korean Wave"?

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The "Korean Wave" refers to the global popularity and export of South Korean movies, music, and television shows, also known as Hallyu. It started in the late 1990s and has since gained a large fan base across the world, particularly in Asia.

Question 5

On what is Taiwan's economy based?

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Taiwan's economy is primarily based on small and mid-sized family-owned companies, which are a significant part of its economic structure and contribute to its industrial and technological sectors.

Question 6

Write True or False to the statements below.If the statement is false, rewrite the underlined word or phrase to make the statement true. -Hurricanes are the most serious environmental hazard in Japan.

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Earthquakes

Question 7

In the 1990s, which country of East Asia had the most laissez-faire economy in the region?

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Hong Kong had the most laissez-faire economy in East Asia in the 1990s. It had a small government, low taxes, and minimal regulations on businesses, making it a haven for free market capitalism.

Question 8

China's government is on which of the following paths of development?

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Question 9

Which of the following products does Japan import?

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Japan imports all of these products. The country has little arable land and relies heavily on imports for food and wood products.

Question 10

China's late-twentieth-century economic reform

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China's late-twentieth-century economic reform, which began in 1978, led to growth rates exceeding 10 percent per year. This period of reform is commonly known as the "Chinese economic miracle" and has been attributed to various factors such as the introduction of market-oriented policies, foreign investment and trade, and technological advancements.

Question 11

China's "Great Leap Forward"

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The "Great Leap Forward" was a campaign initiated by Mao Zedong in 1958 to transform China into a modern industrialized nation. However, the campaign led to disastrous consequences, including a major famine that caused millions of deaths. One of the key policies implemented during the campaign was the "backyard iron and steel furnaces" program, which required peasants to melt down their farm tools to create steel. This led to a severe shortage of essential farming equipment, which contributed to the famine. The "Great Leap Forward" occurred before the "Cultural Revolution" and did not directly result in the economic growth seen in China today.

Question 12

Write True or False to the statements below.If the statement is false, rewrite the underlined word or phrase to make the statement true. -The objectives of China's Three Gorges Dam are to control river flooding and to create a resort.

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produce electricity

Question 13

Why is China pushing hard for renewable energy?

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China is pushing for renewable energy to address multiple issues. Firstly, its heavy dependence on fossil fuels makes it vulnerable to global price fluctuations and supply disruptions. Secondly, China is one of the world's largest contributors to greenhouse gas emissions, and the severe air pollution in many of its cities is a major public health concern. Finally, renewable energy is also seen as a key growth area for China's economy, with the potential to create new industries and jobs.

Question 14

Write True or False to the statements below.If the statement is false, rewrite the underlined word or phrase to make the statement true. -An anthropogenic landscape has been heavily transformed by seismic forces.

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human activities

Question 15

Write True or False to the statements below.If the statement is false, rewrite the underlined word or phrase to make the statement true. -The panda is native to South Korea.

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China

Question 16

What is China's policy toward education of children of migrants to cities who came from rural areas?

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Question 17

Write True or False to the statements below.If the statement is false, rewrite the underlined word or phrase to make the statement true. -Japan has resorted to "pollution exporting" as one means to improve its environment.

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Japan has been known to engage in pollution exporting, where it relocates polluting industries to other countries to reduce domestic pollution.

Question 18

Write True or False to the statements below.If the statement is false, rewrite the underlined word or phrase to make the statement true. -The Three Gorges Dam is being constructed on the Yangtze River.

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The Three Gorges Dam is being constructed on the Yangtze River.

Question 19

Write True or False to the statements below.If the statement is false, rewrite the underlined word or phrase to make the statement true. -Construction of the Three Gorges Dam will force the resettlement of more than one million people.

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The construction of the Three Gorges Dam did force the resettlement of more than one million people.

Question 20

What means of transportation is most common in Tokyo?

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Tokyo is known for its extensive and efficient network of public transit, including trains, subways, buses, and taxis. Walking is also a common mode of transportation in Tokyo, especially for short distances. While driving is possible in Tokyo, it is often not practical due to traffic congestion and limited parking options. Segways are not a common mode of transportation in Tokyo.

Quiz 11: East Asia