SW Asia
Governments
South/East Asia
Personal Finance
random questions
100
The Tigris and Euphrates Rivers meet in what country?
Iraq
100
In an autocracy, who makes the most important governmental decisions?
An individual ruler (like a king/dictator)
100
When the U.S. placed an embargo on Japanese products during WWII, what type of trade barrier is this called? (Hint: not an embargo!)
Political Trade Barrier
100
Which term describes loaning money for a fee?
Credit
100

What do dogs eat

bones

humans 

feet

mushrooms

bones 

200
Which bodies of water are connected by the Strait of Hormuz?
Persian Gulf & Arabian Sea
200

In a federal form of government, who holds the most power?

Power is shared among different levels

200
What religion believes the Ganges River is sacred?
Hinduism
200
When does credit become a problem?
when a person cannot pay their bills
200
When was bin laden assasination

2011

1991

2001

2011

2011

300
How have building dams created problems for countries sharing rivers in Southwest Asia?
Unequal distribution of water
300
In a unitary system of government, who holds the most power?
Central Government
300
What religion believes in "Kami" or spirits?
Shintoism
300
Which items should be included in a monthly budget?
Rent, phone, food, utilities (all needs)
300

what was the dog name that plays basketball

air buddy

air dude

air pup

a
400
What are the three main religious groups in Southwest Asia?
Christianity, Islam, & Judaism
400
The leader of a Parlimentary system is called what?
Prime Minister
400
What reason did the US give for entering into the Vietnam War?
To stop the spread of communism
400
What two things does a budget compare?
Income and Expenses
400

Which branch of government makes and carries out the laws in a Parliamentary system of government?

Legislature

500
What Southwest Asia country is an absolute monarchy?
Saudi Arabia
500
Israel's government is best described as which of the following? a) Legislature serves a symbolic role b) Ruled by several different political parties c) Ruled by monarchs who select members of gov't d) Governed by a Prime Minster and President
D- Governed by a Prime Minster and President
500
What two religions were started in India?
Hinduism & Buddhism
500
What is a marketplace?
Place where sellers and buyers meet to exchange goods.
500
What country in Southwest Asia do citizens play the greatest role?
Israel