Unit 8 Test Review Quizizz

What British influences affected Pakistan & India even after they were granted independence and became two separate nations? (select all that apply)

• Election of a king/queen

• Creating a constitution that governed the nation

• A parliamentary system of government

• Conquering other South Asian nations for the Indian Empire

Answer explanation

The legislative body of India & Pakistan are based on the parliamentary style from Great Britain's political system. They also focused on using a constitution to govern their lands.

Match the characteristic with the religion.

Groups:

(a) Buddhism

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(b) Hinduism

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(c) Islam

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(d) Both Buddism & Hinduism

• Originated in South Asia

• Quran

• Belief in karma

• Brahman (deity)

• 5 Pillars of Islam

• Tripitaka

• Vedas

• Diwali

• Belief in reincarnation

• Vesak

• Buddha

• Originated in Saudi Arabia

• Allah (deity)

• Polytheistic

• 4 Noble Truths

• Belief in nirvana

What effects does the Himalayas have on the citizens living in South Asia?

• It is harder for trade due to difficulty traveling through the mountains.

• The reduction of wildlife diversity due to the climate and terrain

• There are multiple religions and languages due to the mountain being a barrier or separation

• Over reliance of the mountain to provide water for irrigation.

How has the rivers in South Asia contributed to the economic production of society?

• Rivers are primarily used for generating electricity and have no impact on agriculture.
• Rivers in South Asia have led to increased pollution and environmental damage.

• Rivers in South Asia are have drawn tourist attraction thus pumping money into the economy

• The fresh water allows large agricultural production of crops like wheat and rice

Why was British India divided into India & Pakistan when being granted independence from Great Britain?

• To promote economic growth in the region.

• To establish a new monarchy in South Asia.

• To address religious differences between Hindus and Muslims.

• To establish a unified government for all religions.

Answer explanation

Due to Muslim leaders not being able to agree on a constitution, Britain decided to avoid any religious riots or tensions by separating the original British India into India & Pakistan. This way Muslims did not have to fear a Hindu-led government.

Why do Hindus believe that the Ganges River is sacred?

• The Ganges River is believed to be healing properties for Hindus.

• Hindus believe that the Ganges River is the only place to find the rare "Ganga Pearl"

• Hindus believe the Ganges River is a source of wealth.
• The Ganges River is believed to purify sins and is personified as the goddess Ganga.

(a)   has inspired other civil rights activists due to his efforts in promoting​ (b)   which led to India's independence.

• Mohandas Gandhi
• nonviolent protests
• Nelson Mandela
• Martin Luther King Jr.
• violent protests
• Brahman

Answer explanation

Mohandas Gandhi promoted civil disobedience, or nonviolent protests, when facing British rule and fighting for India's independence. Examples were not paying taxes, strikes, and refusing to buy British goods (boycotting).

Match the definition to the word:

• Supplying water to land or crops

• Resistance

• How one person acts towards another

• Social

• To begin or start

• Moral

• Going against

• Originate

• How people act due to what right & wrong

• Irrigation

What are positive and negative effects of the monsoons present in South Asia?

Groups:

(a) Positive

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(b) Negative

• The destruction including homes, farmland, & lives.

• Is a energy source (hydroelectric power)

• Disruption in trade.

• Increase the likely hood of diseases like cholera

• Provides drinking water for citizens.

• Helps provide essential rainfall for crops.

Answer explanation

Positive: Irrigation is a way to easily water farmland

Negative: the destruction can also cause harm to that same farmland which provides income and food to the citizens.

What country does India resemble the most in terms of government?

• The United States

• Great Britain

• Russia

• Saudi Arabia

Answer explanation