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Political Geography of East Asia

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What is one reason why China has a successful economy?

Because of its communist government

Because of its market economy in major cities (correct)

Because of its geographical location

Because of its lack of natural resources

What is one way in which China is self-sufficient?

It lacks natural resources

It imports most of its goods

It relies heavily on trade with other countries

It can survive with its borders closed (correct)

Why does China's border end where it does on the west?

Because of the Himalayan Mountains (correct)

Because of the Chinese government's decision

Because of the desert

Because of the ocean

What is one aspect of Chinese society influenced by Confucian ideas?

A sense of hierarchy and respect for authority Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of World War II for Japan?

Japan was occupied by the Allies Signup and view all the answers

Why was the Korean War difficult to fight?

Because of the thick forests and thin valleys Signup and view all the answers

What was the result of the occupation of Korea by the Allies?

North Korea became a communist dictatorship and South Korea became a capitalist democracy Signup and view all the answers

Why did the Allies occupy Korea?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of political geography?

The examination of governments and countries and their relationships Signup and view all the answers

Which two countries are classified as Western-style capitalist democracies in East Asia?

Japan and South Korea Signup and view all the answers

What is a key characteristic of North Korea's economy?

Planned markets with complete government control Signup and view all the answers

What is a common factor between China and North Korea's political systems?

They are both communist countries Signup and view all the answers

How does the study of political geography of East Asia involve the physical geography of the area?

By analyzing the relationship between physical geography and political systems Signup and view all the answers

What is a key difference between China and North Korea's communist systems?

China has free markets in certain places, while North Korea has completely controlled markets Signup and view all the answers

What is the region of East Asia comprised of?

Four countries: Japan, China, North Korea, and South Korea Signup and view all the answers