East Asia Geography and History

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What is the term used to describe the process of other groups adopting Chinese culture?

Mandarinization

Hanification

Chineseization

Sinicization (correct)

Why did Japan enter World War II?

To avenge past defeats

To expand its territory

Due to the need for raw materials (correct)

To protect its colonies

What is the term used to describe a seismic sea wave?

Earthquake

Tsunami (correct)

Hurricane

Typhoon

Which Chinese dynasty is considered the Roman Empire of the East?

Han Dynasty Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the current dictator of China?

Xi Jinping Signup and view all the answers

What is the current rate of natural increase in Japan?

0.7% Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following cities is NOT a major port city in the region?

Beijing Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe the system of residency permits in China?

Hukou system Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following regions is expected to experience the most significant population growth by 2050?

Asia and Africa Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the autonomous region in China that is predominantly Buddhist?

Xizang Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe the impact of human activity on the planet, equivalent to an ice age?

The Anthropocene Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following rivers forms the border of five states in Southeast Asia?

Mekong River Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the city that is the second-largest in the world in terms of population?

Jakarta Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following countries has the largest Muslim population in the world?

Indonesia Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the economic zone that connects Singapore, Malaysia, and Indonesia?

Growth Triangle Signup and view all the answers