9th World Hy II Unit 2 study guide
The history of China dates back over the 4,000 years, and it was ruled by imperial families known as
Dynasties
What do the stars represent in the Chinese flag?
Four stars represent the four social classes
What is Africas longest river whose unique feature is that it flows north?
Nile River
How many countries make up Africa?
52 countries
What is the Capital of Jordan
Amman
This Indian river provides water and resources for more than 1/12 of Indias population. Its waters are considered scared to Indias Hindu population, and they believe it has the power to purify the soul and cleanse the spirit. What is the name of this river?
Ganges
Which European country had the most colonies and the most power over the African people?
Great Britian
The Great Wall of China served all of the following purposes except
House the peasantry
What is the Capital of Israel
Jerusalem
What is the capital of India
New Delhi
What is the name of the largest desert in the world that divides the continent of African in half?
The Sahara
What is the capital of Japan
Tokyo
During this period of ancient imperial rule, the Chinese invented all of the following except
telescope
Chinas government today is a
Communist state
What is the Capital of Syria
Damascus
Which European country was second in the race in the "Scramble for Africa?¨
France
The Chinese population is the largest on earth. Approximately how many people live in China today?
More than 1 billion
Who became the first black president in South Africa?
Nelson Mandela
The population of India is secod largest in the world, only behind that of China. How many people live in India today?
Over 1 billion
What is the capital of North Korea
Pyongyang
In 221 B.C. this rule of this royal dynasty marked the beginning of imperial China. What is the name of this dynasty?
Qin
What is the Capital of Saudi Arabia
Riyadh
The highly skilled and fearless warriors in feudal Japan were known as the
Samurai
What body of water separates Japan and the continent of Asia?
Sea of Japan
What is the capital of South Korea
Seoul
This Indian ruler built the Taj Mahal to show his love for his deceased wife, but many also believe he built it to serve as a symbol of his love for the Islamic faith. What is the name of this ruler?
Shah Jahan
During Japan´s feudal period, the country was ruled by supreme military commander called a
Shogun
What is the Capital of Iran
Tehran
What is the name of the ruling family that ushered in a period of peace and stability in Japan in the 1600s
Tokugawa
Imperialism is
When a powerful nation takes control of the economy and government of a weaker nation
What is the Capital of Iraq
Baghdad
What is the capital of China
Beijing
What is the Capital of Lebanon
Beirut
