East Asia
Beliefs and Philosophies
Africa: Then and Now
Ancient Civilizations
100

What county is historically known for having an emperor?

Japan

100

In Taoism, what symbol represents balance?

Yin and Yang

100

What was apartheid?

Racial segregation in South Africa

100

In Ancient Egypt, what river was the main source of life.

The Nile River

200

What type of government does China have today?

Communist government

200

What religion started in India and then spread to China?

Buddhism

200

Name two major challenges facing Africa today.

Poverty/disease/political instability

200

What was traded between Egypt and Kush?

Gold / ivory / grain

300

Which county in East Asia experienced a rapidly growing economy after World War II?

Japan

300

Who is the founder of Confucianism?

Confucius

300

What continent experienced extreme colonization by European powers?

Africa

300

What helped Egypt defend itself from invaders?

Deserts surrounding the Nile Vally

400

Name one challenge East Asia is facing today.

Pollution and overpopulation

400

What is the main idea of Taoism?

Living in harmony with nature

400

Today in African countries, what type of government is common?

Republic and democratic government

400

Name the two ancient Kingdoms along the Nile River.

Kush and Egypt

500

What East Asia county was divided into North and South after a war?

Korea

500

What philosophy teaches respect for elders and social order?

Confucianism

500

When did many African nations gain independence?

Mainly the 1960s / mid 1900s

500

What writing system was mainly used in Ancient Egypt?

Hieroglyphics

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