16. Which nation had a command economy for many years, but has since changed to a mixed economy?
China
100
1 person holds all of the power
Autocratic
100
government is in charge and makes all economic decisions
Command
100
Why did the US get involved in both Korea and Vietnam?
To stop the spread of communism
200
What is the oldest religion is Asia?
Hinduism
200
China has many of these people. They are willing to take big risks with hopes of achieving financial success. What are they called?
Entrepreneurs
200
Which type of government is used in China?
Communist
200
consumers are in charge and make economic decisions by spending money on goods and services they need/want
Market
200
Who did the US send to Japan to lead the rebuilding effort?
Douglas MacArthur
300
Shinto is mainly practiced in which country?
Japan
300
The economy of North Korea is described as a
Command
300
What type of government is used in India?
Parliamentary Democracy
300
things are done as they have been done in the past
Traditional
300
Mao Zedong’s program to renew the spirit of the Chinese revolution was called the
Cultural Revolution
400
Which of the following rivers flows through Laos, Cambodia, and Vietnam?
Mekong
400
What effect does an increase in a country’s literacy rate have on the people who live there?
A higher standard of living
400
What is the name of China's legislature?
National People's Congress
400
education and training of workers whether formal or on-the-job
Human Capital
400
Who lead Vietnam to independence?
Ho Chi Minh
500
Which of the following countries must import MOST of the natural resources and fuel it needs?
Japan
500
In order to protect a nation’s car manufacturing industry from foreign car producers, the government charges the importer a fee for each imported car. This is an example of what kind of trade barrier?
Tariff
500
What type of government is used in Japan?
Constitutional Monarchy/ Parliamentary Democracy
500
tools, equipment, buildings, and vehicles used in production.