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Which physical feature has often served as a barrier for travel and trade in South Asia?
a) The Himalayas
b) The Ganges River
c) The Indian Ocean
d) The Deccan Plateau
How has the political development of Pakistan differed from India since gaining independence from Britain?
a) Pakistan is ruled primarily by religious leaders, while Indian leaders are elected
b) The Pakistani government adopted a system of communism, while India did not
c) The Pakistani government has experienced instability and frequent military takeovers
d) Pakistan is ruled by a council of tribal elders that help maintain unity within the country
Why is rangoli considered a traditional art form?
a) All Indian homes have rangoli
b) People have created rangoli for thousands of years
c) People can buy rangoli in stores anywhere in India
d) Indian law recognized rangoli as the unique art of India
Which government of South Asia is most similar to the United States?
a) Bhutan
b) India
c) Nepal
d) Pakistan
Which film production industry in India creates movies that often reflect Indian traditions and Hindu themes?
a) Hinglish
b) Bollywood
c) Parallel Cinema
d) Cinema of Assam
Which characteristic of South Asian cultures best explains the political divisions of the region?
a) Climate variations
b) Language differences
c) Religious differences
d) Differences in economic activities
Which cultural institution has historically guided the moral and social life for people in India?
a) Islam
b) Jainism
c) Sikhism
d) Hinduism
India’s significantly large labor pool helps to contribute to an economy that is characterized by…
a) Agricultural production
b) Low unemployment rates
c) Large scale industrialization
d) Service oriented businesses
Fishermen in Sri Lanka practice stilt fishing. This is an example of how humans…
a) Modify the environment
b) Adapt to the environment
c) Organize to accomplish large scale tasks
d) Replace traditional methods with faster technology
How do Monsoons benefit India the most?
a) The wind provides ideal conditions for overseas trade
b) The rains provide fresh water for drinking and irrigation
c) The rains provide permanent snows in the Himalaya Mountains
d) The winds supply power for windmills that provide much of the energy for individual homes
What natural disaster can cause an avalanche?
a) Typhoon
b) Earthquake
c) Tornado
d) Hurricane
How does rangoli reflect the culture of people in India?
a) It is used as lighting for the home
b) It represents knowledge and beauty
c) It is a decoration in many Indian homes
d) It is used to celebrate Indian religious traditions
How is religion viewed by citizens in Bhutanese society
a) Citizens have the right to practice any religion, but have a duty to follow the state´s religion
b) Citizens have no right to choose their religion and have a duty to follow the state religion
c) Citizens have the right to practice any religion and have a duty to respect religions of others
d) Citizens have the right to learn about other religions, but have a duty to follow the religion of the local community
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