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Describe India.
a) largest country in South Asia
b) smallest country in South Asia
c) An island
d) landlocked

How has the political development of Pakistan differed from India since gaining independence from Britain?
a) they have experienced instability and frequent military takeovers
b) primarily ruled by religious leaders
c) adopted a system of communism
d) ruled by tribal elders

Which government of South Asia is most similar to the U.S.?
a) Pakistan
b) Bhutan
c) India
d) Bangladesh

Which cultural institution has historically guided the moral and social life for people in India?
a) Hinduism
b) christianity
c) Judiaism
d) Islam

Which characteristic of South Asian cultures best explains the political divisions of the region?
a) language differences
b) religious differences
c) educational differences
d) art differences

Fishermen in Sri Lanka practice stilt fishing. this is an example of how humans what?
a) organize to catch more fish
b) modify the environment
c) adapt to the environment
d) replace traditional methods

How do monsoons benefit India the most?
a) the winds provide ideal conditions for overseas trade
b) the dry summer winds cause drought
c) the dry ,cold winds help the winter crop
d) they provide fresh water for drinking and irrigation

What natural disasters cause avalanches?
a) earthquakes
b) erosion
c) monsoons
d) typhoons

Why is rangoli considered an art form?
a) all Indian homes have it
b) people have created it for thousands of years
c) you can buy it anywhere in India
d) Indian law recognizes it

Which physical feature serves as a barrier for travel and trade in South Asia?
a) the Himalayas
b) the Indian Ocean
c) the ganges river
d) the Sahara desert

Indiaś signfiicantly large labor pool helps to contribute to an economy that is characterized by?
a) farming
b) service oriented businesses
c) ranching
d) trading

Which film production industry in India creates movies that often reflect Indian traditions and Hindu themes?
a) Hinglish
b) Cinema of India
c) Slumdog
d) Bollywood

How does rangoli reflect the culture of India?
a) Its used to celebrate Indian religious traditions
b) It made from wood of India
c) Its a decoration in many homes
d) it is used for lighting in Indian homes

Name an island in South Asia.
a) Sri Lanka
b) Hawaii
c) England
d) Bhutan

How is religion viewed by citizens in Bhutanese society?
a) citizens have the freedom of religion
b) you must be a Buddist
c) No religion is permitted
d) Islam is the only religion

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