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Chapter 11: East Asia Answer two of the following questions. Clearly indicate which questions you are answering.  How has the economic development of Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, and China been similar since the end of World War II, and how has it been different in the different countries? (3 points) How do the coastal regions vary from the interior portions in regards to social and economic development? (3 points) In what ways does the growing military power of China impact other regions of the world, and how have major countries outside of East Asia responded to this challenge? (3 points) Why has China become the world’s largest emitter of greenhouse gases, and what is its government doing about this problem? (3 points)

Chapter 14: Oceania Define four of the following terms. Clearly indicate which terms you are defining.  Aborigines, haoles, intercropping, Kanakas, mallees, microstates

Chapter 11: East Asia Define four of the following terms. Clearly indicate which terms you are defining.  chaebol, China Proper, Confucianism, ideographic writing, pollution exporting, kanji

Chapter 9: Eurasia

In which country are the indigenous people called Maori?

Section 2: Definitions For each chapter, define four of the six terms listed. Be sure to state the terms you are defining.

What does USSR stand for?

Chapter 8: Europe

Unless otherwise stated by exam instructions or official accommodations are in place, I understand that any and all electronic devices, including but not limited to cell phones, iPads, tablets, digital or smart watches, second monitors, or other electronic devices, are not allowed to be used or out during the exam. 

Answer 2 of the 4 questions listed. Chapter 7: Southwest Asia and North Africa How has the distribution of fossil fuels in Southwest Asia and North Africa affected economic development and standards of living in the area? Use specific examples in your answer. (3 points)  Describe the key characteristics of Islam, and explain why the distinctive Sunni and Shiite branches exist today. (3 points)  Describe the role played by the French and British in shaping the modern political map of Southwest Asia and North Africa. Provide specific examples of their lasting legacy. (3 points)  Describe what a qanat is, what its purpose is, and how it works. (3 points)