Question 1

India and Pakistan

Accepted Answer

India and Pakistan were both created as separate countries after British India was partitioned in 1947. They have had a history of animosity and have engaged in several conflicts, including wars over disputed territory. However, both countries have had internal conflicts and tensions, particularly in regards to issues of religion and ethnic identity.

Question 2

Under the leadership of the late Mao Zedong

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Under the leadership of Mao Zedong, China did all of the above. Mao encouraged Third World states to use guerrilla warfare to bring about the downfall of the West, China underwent a period of chaos and terror during the Cultural Revolution in which many moderate Chinese officials were replaced, and China presented its experiences as a model for Third World states to follow.

Question 3

Typically, the boundaries of Southeast Asia states

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The boundaries of Southeast Asia states were mostly drawn by the colonizing Western powers during the colonial period. This was done without considering the ethnic, linguistic, or religious differences of the people living in those areas, leading to conflicts and boundary disputes after independence.

Question 4

The following statement(s) describe China in recent years:

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China views itself as a major global player and simultaneously positions itself as a leader among developing nations in Asia, reflecting its dual identity in international relations.

Question 5

Which of the following comments accurately describe North Korea?

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All three options accurately describe North Korea. It is a highly rigidly authoritarian Marxist state, and it has the capability to launch missiles. It also has a faltering economy and widespread famine.

Question 6

Hong Kong became ____________ when British rule ended in 1997.

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Hong Kong became a Special Administrative Region (SAR) of the People's Republic of China with a high degree of autonomy under the principle of "One Country, Two Systems" when British rule ended in 1997. It is not an independent state or in an alliance with Taiwan or Formosa.

Question 7

India and Pakistan

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India and Pakistan both possess nuclear weapons and have a history of tensions related to their nuclear capabilities. Option A is incorrect because Ceylon (now Sri Lanka) is a separate island country and not a part of either India or Pakistan. Option C and D are incorrect as both India and Pakistan are predominantly Muslim countries.

Question 8

China's leadership is

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China's leadership, represented by the Chinese Communist Party, has shown a willingness to support economic change through policies such as opening up to foreign investment and promoting private enterprise. However, they have shown no interest in political change that would threaten their hold on power. They maintain strict control over the political system and limit political freedoms, including freedom of speech and assembly.

Question 9

Southeast Asia is

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None of the given options are accurate. Southeast Asia is actually very diverse with various religions (Islam, Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism), languages, cultures, and political systems. North Korea is not involved in the region's military affairs.

Question 10

Since the creation of Pakistan,

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Pakistan has faced several conflicts since its creation, including external conflicts with India and internal disputes, such as political and ethnic tensions. These conflicts have threatened the stability of the country.

Question 11

The Opium Wars of the nineteenth century were fought between Britain and

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The Opium Wars were fought between Britain and China in the mid-19th century. The wars were a result of Britain's desire to trade opium with China, which was causing an addiction problem among the Chinese population. When China tried to ban the opium trade, Britain intervened militarily, leading to two wars in 1839-1842 and 1856-1860. Ultimately, China was defeated and forced to open up its markets to foreign trade.

Question 12

In the Indian subcontinent the dominant climatic influence is

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The dominant climatic influence in the Indian subcontinent is the monsoon, which brings seasonal rains and winds from the southwest in summer and from the northeast in winter.

Question 13

In 1927, Mao differed from traditional Marxist by

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Mao Zedong, in contrast to traditional Marxist thought which emphasized the industrial working class as the main force of revolution, believed that in China, due to its predominantly agrarian society, the rural peasantry would play the central role in revolution. This was a significant deviation from the Marxist focus on urban proletariats as the vanguard of socialist revolutions.

Question 14

If limited to Southeast and East Asia, the land

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The answer of If limited to Southeast and East Asia,...

Question 15

About ____ of China's 1.2 billion people live in

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About 30 percent of China's 1.2 billion people live in urban areas.

Question 16

The Tibetan Plateau is

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The Tibetan Plateau reaches heights of 12,000 feet, making it one of the highest plateaus in the world.

Question 17

The Boxer Rebellion against foreign interest too place in

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The Boxer Rebellion was a violent anti-foreign and anti-Christian uprising that took place in China from 1899 to 1901.

Question 18

The Great Leap Forward in China was the policy of

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The Great Leap Forward was a policy implemented by Mao Zedong in 1958 that aimed to rapidly industrialize and modernize China’s economy through collectivization and the establishment of communes. It ultimately led to disastrous consequences such as famine, widespread poverty, and political purges.

Question 19

____________ of China is reported to have said, "To get rich is glorious."

Accepted Answer

"To get rich is glorious" is a famous quote by Deng Xiaoping, one of the most prominent leaders of the People's Republic of China. He is often credited with initiating economic reforms that led to China's modernization and rapid economic growth.

Question 20

____________ opened the sea route to India.

Accepted Answer

Vasco de Gamma is credited with opening the sea route to India. In 1498, he successfully sailed from Portugal around the southern tip of Africa and reached India, establishing a lucrative trade route between Europe and Asia. Christopher Columbus discovered America, but he did not find a sea route to India. John Hawkins and Sir Francis Drake were English explorers who primarily focused on naval expeditions and piracy. Hernando Cortez was a Spanish conquistador who is known for his conquest of Mexico in the early 16th century.

Quiz 7: Asia

India and Pakistan

Under the leadership of the late Mao Zedong

Typically, the boundaries of Southeast Asia states

The following statement(s) describe China in recent years:

Which of the following comments accurately describe North Korea?

Hong Kong became ____________ when British rule ended in 1997.

India and Pakistan

China's leadership is

Southeast Asia is

Since the creation of Pakistan,

The Opium Wars of the nineteenth century were fought between Britain and

In the Indian subcontinent the dominant climatic influence is

In 1927, Mao differed from traditional Marxist by

If limited to Southeast and East Asia, the land

About ____ of China's 1.2 billion people live in

The Tibetan Plateau is

The Boxer Rebellion against foreign interest too place in

The Great Leap Forward in China was the policy of

____________ of China is reported to have said, "To get rich is glorious."

____________ opened the sea route to India.