East Asia Geography Flashcard

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The horseshoe-shaped tectonic belt of volcanoes and earthquakes that surrounds the Pacific Ocean near Japan is called:

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The ring of fire

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Which mountain range serves as a natural boundary between China and India?

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Himalayan Mountains

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What event led to the end of Japan's isolation policy?

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Commodore Perry's arrival in 1853

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Which social reform of the Meiji period had a significant impact on Japanese society? Options: The continuation of the samurai class, The adoption of Western clothing styles, The ban on foreign languages, The establishment of a national education system

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The establishment of a national education system

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Which two philosophies/religions emphasize the importance of ancestor worship?

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Shintoism & Confucianism

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What is the most significant difference between the climate in Northeastern Asia and Southeastern Asia?

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The climate in the southeast is subtropical (warmer/wetter)

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What is the primary purpose of the Japanese tea ceremony?

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To promote harmony, respect, and the appreciation of nature

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What was a major reason for Japan implementing its isolation policy?

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Fear of Western colonization and Christian influence

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What is the traditional material used for origami in Japan?

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Paper

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What was the main goal of the Meiji Restoration?

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To modernize Japan