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The Semitic branch of the white race is found among the Iranians, Afghans, northern Indians and Pakistanis.
The Semitic branch of the white race is found among the Iranians, Afghans, northern Indians and Pakistanis.
False (B)
The yellow race is represented by China, Japan, Korea, Tibet, and Mongolia.
The yellow race is represented by China, Japan, Korea, Tibet, and Mongolia.
True (A)
The Aryan or Indo-European branch of the white race is found among the Iranians, Afghans, northern Indians and Pakistanis.
The Aryan or Indo-European branch of the white race is found among the Iranians, Afghans, northern Indians and Pakistanis.
True (A)
Filipinos are the most cosmopolitan people, they are comfortable in any cultural setting.
Filipinos are the most cosmopolitan people, they are comfortable in any cultural setting.
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The continent of Asia has the second-largest population in the world.
The continent of Asia has the second-largest population in the world.
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The black race is found in the aborigines in Japan (Ainus), the islands of the Pacific, e.g. Aetas, etc.
The black race is found in the aborigines in Japan (Ainus), the islands of the Pacific, e.g. Aetas, etc.
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The largest country in Asia is India.
The largest country in Asia is India.
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Filipinos possess qualities of both East and West.
Filipinos possess qualities of both East and West.
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The first empires were established in Asia.
The first empires were established in Asia.
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The first recorded use of the wheel occurred in Asia.
The first recorded use of the wheel occurred in Asia.
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The concept of paper money originated in Europe.
The concept of paper money originated in Europe.
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The Industrial Revolution significantly improved Asian economies by introducing machinery and technical skills.
The Industrial Revolution significantly improved Asian economies by introducing machinery and technical skills.
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Asia's contributions to the West include the provision of raw materials that fueled Western economic growth.
Asia's contributions to the West include the provision of raw materials that fueled Western economic growth.
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Western powers used their colonies in Asia primarily to provide markets for manufactured goods.
Western powers used their colonies in Asia primarily to provide markets for manufactured goods.
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Western colonization of Asia primarily focused on cultural exchange and mutual benefit.
Western colonization of Asia primarily focused on cultural exchange and mutual benefit.
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Mother Teresa was born in India.
Mother Teresa was born in India.
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The first recorded use of gunpowder originated in Asia
The first recorded use of gunpowder originated in Asia
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The invention of the printing press originated in Asia.
The invention of the printing press originated in Asia.
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Asians are known for their direct and argumentative style of reasoning.
Asians are known for their direct and argumentative style of reasoning.
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The oldest books, such as the Bible, Torah, and Quran, were first written in Asia.
The oldest books, such as the Bible, Torah, and Quran, were first written in Asia.
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The Angkor Wat temple is a significant architectural landmark built in China.
The Angkor Wat temple is a significant architectural landmark built in China.
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The majority of Asian religions are monotheistic, focusing on a single deity.
The majority of Asian religions are monotheistic, focusing on a single deity.
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The Great Wall of China was constructed purely for defensive purposes without using forced labor.
The Great Wall of China was constructed purely for defensive purposes without using forced labor.
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Christianity has been growing in recent years, particularly in China and India.
Christianity has been growing in recent years, particularly in China and India.
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Asian calendars are all based on religious events, including the Islamic and Jewish calendars.
Asian calendars are all based on religious events, including the Islamic and Jewish calendars.
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The birthplace of writing and literature can be directly attributed to Western culture.
The birthplace of writing and literature can be directly attributed to Western culture.
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The Taj Mahal is a grand monument commissioned by a Chinese Emperor during the Ming Dynasty.
The Taj Mahal is a grand monument commissioned by a Chinese Emperor during the Ming Dynasty.
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Spanish missionaries played a key role in promoting the spread and growth of Christianity in China during the Ming Dynasty.
Spanish missionaries played a key role in promoting the spread and growth of Christianity in China during the Ming Dynasty.
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The practice of feng shui is an example of the cyclical view of time and history that is prevalent in Asian cultures.
The practice of feng shui is an example of the cyclical view of time and history that is prevalent in Asian cultures.
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Western imperialism introduced the concept of democracy to the Philippines, which then became the first democratic state in Asia.
Western imperialism introduced the concept of democracy to the Philippines, which then became the first democratic state in Asia.
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Asians are known for their stoic nature, a characteristic that they inherit from their ancestors in the region.
Asians are known for their stoic nature, a characteristic that they inherit from their ancestors in the region.
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The Philippines' electronics and services sectors contribute significantly to the country's economic growth.
The Philippines' electronics and services sectors contribute significantly to the country's economic growth.
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The Philippines is considered one of the fastest-growing economies in Southeast Asia, primarily due to its thriving BPO industry.
The Philippines is considered one of the fastest-growing economies in Southeast Asia, primarily due to its thriving BPO industry.
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Asians are fatalistic because they believe in the concept of karma, which dictates the course of their lives.
Asians are fatalistic because they believe in the concept of karma, which dictates the course of their lives.
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Hospitality is valued in Asian culture but it is not common for Asian families to have multiple generations living under one roof.
Hospitality is valued in Asian culture but it is not common for Asian families to have multiple generations living under one roof.
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Filipinos working on international merchant ships and cruise lines contribute significantly to the global workforce, with numbers surpassing the seafaring workforce of any other nation.
Filipinos working on international merchant ships and cruise lines contribute significantly to the global workforce, with numbers surpassing the seafaring workforce of any other nation.
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The Philippines' economic growth is solely attributed to its robust BPO industry and strong export-oriented automotive sector.
The Philippines' economic growth is solely attributed to its robust BPO industry and strong export-oriented automotive sector.
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The concept of reincarnation plays a role in the Asian understanding of a cyclical view of life.
The concept of reincarnation plays a role in the Asian understanding of a cyclical view of life.
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Asians value family over material possessions, which is a major difference between Asian and Western cultures.
Asians value family over material possessions, which is a major difference between Asian and Western cultures.
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Asian cultures view time as linear, which is reflected in their understanding of their place in history and the universe.
Asian cultures view time as linear, which is reflected in their understanding of their place in history and the universe.
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Westerners have a cyclical view of time and history, which is reflected in their view of reincarnation and the role of fate.
Westerners have a cyclical view of time and history, which is reflected in their view of reincarnation and the role of fate.
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Asian cultures often use occultism to understand the relationship between humans and the universe, a practice that Westerners have often rejected.
Asian cultures often use occultism to understand the relationship between humans and the universe, a practice that Westerners have often rejected.
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The text highlights four major Asian character traits: stoicism, hospitality, fatalism, and extended family relationships.
The text highlights four major Asian character traits: stoicism, hospitality, fatalism, and extended family relationships.
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Study Notes
Asian Population Profile
- Asians are accustomed to being in crowds due to high population density
- Many live in extended families, multiple generations cohabitating
- Asia is the most densely populated continent
- In 2022, Asia's population was 4.715 billion
- Approximately 60% of the world's population resides in Asia
- Projected population for January 30, 2025: 4,823,435,318
Asian Population Profile - Subregions
- Southern Asia: 2,064,056,491
- Eastern Asia: 1,656,115,405
- South-Eastern Asia: 695,149,428
- Western Asia: 309,350,818
- Central Asia: 82,225,865
Asian Population Profile - Filipinos
- Filipinos adapt well to various cultures
- They possess qualities of both the east and west
- Filipinos are considered cosmopolitan
- According to President Carlos P. Romulo and Frank C. Laubach, Filipinos are well-suited to multiple cultural settings
Asian Racial Origins
- All races originated in Asia
- Intermarriage between Asian races is more common compared to other continents
- The brown race is represented by Filipinos and other Malaysians
- The yellow race consists of Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Tibetan, and Mongolian people
- The semitic branch of the white race includes Israelis, Lebanese, Arabs, Iraqis, and Syrians
- The Aryan/Indo-European branch of the white race is found among Iranians, Afghans, Northern Indians, and Pakistanis
- The black race is represented by aborigines in Japan (Ainus), Pacific Islanders (e.g., Aetas), and others
Asian Character Traits
- Orientals have distinct traits compared to Westerners
- Spirituality is highly valued, potentially more important than possessions, family, or personal cleanliness.
- Fatalism, or believing fate dictates one's life, is a common characteristic
- Stoicism, or the ability to endure hardships without giving up, is a valued trait
- Hospitality and the importance of serving guests are paramount
- Families are typically large with multiple generations residing under the same roof.
- A strong sense of continuity connects people to the universe, evident in traditions & practices
- Different views of time, and cyclical view of history and life
- Often reason indirectly, not explicitly
Asian Character Traits - Specific Characteristics
- Spirituality: Asia is the birthplace of major religions. Religiousness extends beyond mere belief.
- Fatalism: Belief that people are bound to fate, limiting human freedoms. Often connected with concepts such as karma.
- Stoicism: The ability to endure hardship and never give up.
- Hospitality: Cultures highly value serving guests, considering them sacred.
- Extended Family Relationships: Important to families. Multiple generations might reside together.
- Sense of Continuity: Belief in the connectedness of humans with the universe.
- Different Views of Time: Cyclical vs. Linear view of time, life, and history
- Skill in Indirect Reasoning: A unique way of solving issues, avoiding conflict, and showing creative solutions
Asian Culture
- Calendars and Time Measurement: Mesopotamians created first calendars; BC, AD, BCE and CE division of time
- Languages and Literature: Asia's origin of first writings, literature and ancient texts (Bible, Torah, Quran, Vedas, Sutras)
- Art and Architecture: Inspired by religion, myths, and royalty. Notable structures include Great Wall of China, Taj Mahal, Angkor Wat, and Borobudur. Often built at the expense of the people.
- Religion: Hinduism, Buddhism, Islam, Christianity, Confucianism, Taoism, and Shintoism are major religions.
- Western Influence on Asian Art: Significant influence from 16th-century European missionaries on Chinese artisans. Filipino painters such as Juan Luna and Felix Hidalgo received international recognition.
- Christianity in Asia: Early spread carried by Apostle Paul. Significant growth during colonial era, but later rejected. Increased growth in modern times, particularly in China and India.
Contributions of Asians to the World
- Birthplace of humankind (Homo Sapiens)
- More cradles of civilization
- Birthplace of major religions
- Established first governments, laws, diplomatic protocols
- Inventor of important material inventions, discoveries, and tools (plow, wheel, alphabet, writing, mathematics, medicine, textiles, astronomy, mining, metal tools, jewelry, coins, iron tools, weapons, compass, gunpowder, printing, and paper money.)
- Produced great religions' founders, wise philosophers, gifted men of letters, and powerful monarchs, conquerors, men, and women
Contributions of Asians to the West
- Asian colonies provided raw materials and markets for Western powers, boosting their economies
- Colonies increased Western prestige in global affairs
Contributions of the West to Asia
- Brought industrialization and technological advancements improving the Asian economies
- Reintroduced Christianity in Asian countries
- Modernized Asian culture, politics, and economics
- Introduced ideas of democracy, resulting in reforms like the Philippine revolution
Philippine Contributions to Asia and the World
- Contributions significantly affect the economy through electronics, services, seafarers, ASEAN engagement, vibrant Filipino culture, and outsourcing.
- Philippine BPO industry brings skilled labor to global companies
- Overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) contribute significantly through remittances.
- Philippines plays a crucial role in regional collaborations and diplomacy
Additional Notes
- Cultural influences: Filipino culture, music, cuisine, and arts blends indigenous, Spanish, and American influences
- Tourism: Philippines attracts tourists by its beautiful beaches, landscapes, and rich cultural heritage
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This quiz explores the various racial and cultural groups found in Asia, highlighting their unique characteristics and contributions. It includes elements about the population distribution, historical empires, and economic advancements in Asian countries. Test your knowledge on the rich and diverse heritage of the continent!
