Ancient Civilizations
What structure are the Egyptians known for?
The pyramids
Which government stops people from leaving their country or entering it in Southeast Asia?
North Korea
Which East Asian country is made up entirely of islands?
Japan
What Daoist idea is related to cause and effect?
Karma
What was the colonization of Africa known as?
The "Scramble for Africa"
How many pyramids did Kush make?
Over 200
Why did America care about communism?
They felt like it could become a threat if it continued to spread
What river in China is named after a color?
Yellow River
What is the ultimate goal of Buddhism?
Nirvana
What is a major environment problem faced in Southeast Asia?
Pollution
What enabled trade in ancient Egypt?
The Nile River
What kind of economy is China?
Mixed economy
Why do many Southeast Asian countries have high populations near the coast?
The water helps agriculture, water supply, and trade
What religion follows filial piety?
Confucianism
When people in Africa destroy grassland and forests for resources, what does this contribute too?
Desertification
What would a leader be called by Egyptians?
Pharoah
Who tried to stop Vietnam from becoming communist?
America
What desert is located in China?
Gobi Desert
Why did Nelson Mandela hate apartheid?
It made life unfair and bad for black people in South Africa
What were the negative effects after African nations gained independence?
Poverty, political instability, economic issues, and persistent external interference
What animal did the Egyptians worship?
Cats
Who is the current leader of North Korea?
Kim John Un
Which of the following continents is home to penguins: Africa, Asia, or North America?
Africa
True or False: Christianity is the most common religion in Southeast Asia.
False, Buddhism and Islam are more common.
What problems does overpopulation cause in many countries in East and Southeast Asia?
Overpopulation causes limited space, pollution, and shortages of resources