How did the Khmer civilization shape culture in Southeast Asia? Select the two correct answers.

A.
innovated a feudal system based on the loyalty of samurai warriors

B.
developed writing systems that spread throughout Asia

C.
used irrigation canals and reservoirs to support large-scale rice farming

D.
introduced Islam via Indian Ocean trade routes

E.
built vast Buddhist temple complexes

B. developed writing systems that spread throughout Asia and E. built vast Buddhist temple complexes.

Why did the first inhabitants of mainland Southeast Asia settle in the plains and river valleys?

A.
Those areas were easy to defend.

B.
Those areas were good for farming.

C.
Those areas were best for trade.

D.
Those areas were close to towns.

B. Those areas were good for farming.

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Beginning around 800 CE, the mainland of Southeast Asia was mostly
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Buddhist

Christian

Hindu

Muslim

. By the 1400s,
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Buddhism

Christianity

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Islam

had spread across most of the islands in Southeast Asia.

Beginning around 800 CE, the mainland of Southeast Asia was mostly Buddhist. By the 1400s, Islam had spread across most of the islands in Southeast Asia.

How did European colonizers exploit Southeast Asia?

A.
by forcing people to migrate to other countries

B.
by requiring people to speak new languages

C.
by forbidding the practice of traditional religions

D.
by using resources for their own gain

D. by using resources for their own gain.

Which country took control of most of Southeast Asia during World War II?

A.
Japan

B.
China

C.
France

D.
United States

A. Japan.

What was the reason the United States was drawn into a war in Vietnam?

A.
The United States was trying to stop European colonialism in the region.

B.
The United States wanted to compete with China for trade in the region.

C.
The United States was eager to establish its own colonies in the region.

D.
The United States wanted to prevent the spread of Communism in the region.

D. The United States wanted to prevent the spread of Communism in the region.

Which would be most likely to happen in a country run by a military regime?

A.
The military would try to implement an absolute monarchy with military personnel and their family in power.

B.
The president would direct the military and rely on it to maintain peace.

C.
The regime would be responsible for both creating and enforcing laws that protected basic rights.

D.
The military would hold elections but could overrule decisions made by those elected.

B. The president would direct the military and rely on it to maintain peace.

Where would you expect to find the most populous cities in Southeast Asia?

A.
along coastal regions

B.
in interior highlands

C.
near wetlands and rain forests

D.
on deserts and plateaus

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Where would you expect to find the most populous cities in Southeast Asia?

A.
along coastal regions

B.
in interior highlands

C.
near wetlands and rain forests

D.
on deserts and plateaus

A. along coastal regions.

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Drag the country to its major religion.

Cambodia


Indonesia


Philippines


Myanmar


Buddhism


Christianity


Islam

Cambodia - Buddhism

Indonesia - Islam

Philippines - Christianity

Myanmar - Buddhism

Use the drop-down menus to complete the sentence.

The
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Balinese

Burman

Cham

Tagalog

ethnic group makes up a large Hindu minority in
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Cambodia

Indonesia

the Philippines

Vietnam

.

The Balinese ethnic group makes up a large Hindu minority in Indonesia.

Drag the characteristics to the box. Some characteristics may not be used.

Power is hereditary, and citizens have no say in the government.


Citizens vote in relatively free and democratic elections.


Citizens vote in elections, but the government limits democratic freedoms.


Malaysia


East Timor

Power is hereditary, and citizens have no say in the government - Malaysia

Citizens vote in relatively free and democratic elections - East Timor.

How did Vietnam improve its economy in the late 1900s?

A.
by adopting some free enterprise practices

B.
by increasing central control of the economy

C.
by decreasing reliance on exports

D.
by improving agriculture

A. by adopting some free enterprise practices.

Which has most contributed to the success of Singapore's economy?

A.
The country has a high number of low-skilled jobs.

B.
The country controls the production of semiconductors.

C.
The country has a role as a leader in the financial services.

D.
The country focuses on trading agricultural-based products only.

C. The country has a role as a leader in the financial services.

Which population and environmental issues are affecting the economy of Indonesia?

A.
overcrowding and growing drought

B.
declining population and air pollution

C.
declining population and water pollution

D.
overcrowding and destruction of rain forests

D. overcrowding and destruction of rain forests.

Which hazards does climate change pose for Southeast Asia? Select the two correct answers.

A.
rising sea levels

B.
more volcanic eruptions

C.
more intense typhoons

D.
increased tectonic activity

E.
overcrowding in coastal cities

A. rising sea levels and C. more intense typhoons.

How does population growth affect Southeast Asia? Select the two correct answers.

A.
Cities lose their population as rural areas become more crowded.

B.
The infrastructure of a city becomes strained.

C.
People wanting independence lead armed rebellions.

D.
Governments offer incentives for people to have children.

E.
Population centers become overcrowded.

B. The infrastructure of a city becomes strained and E. Population centers become overcrowded.

What roles have geography and trade played in forming Southeast Asia's culture?

in 1 or 2 sentences

Southeast Asia's geography has influenced its culture by fostering agriculture, trade, and maritime ventures. Trade has also helped to spread cultures, languages, and religions throughout the region.

Explain the causes of the conflict between North Vietnam and the United States.

The conflict between North Vietnam and the United States was caused by differing ideologies, with the North being Communist and the United States being anti-Communist. The United States became involved in the conflict to contain the spread of Communism, while North Vietnam sought to unify the country under Communist rule. The conflict escalated into a full-scale war, with the United States backing the South Vietnamese government and North Vietnam fighting to reunify the country.

How have Southeast Asia's resources influenced where people live?

Southeast Asia's resources have been a major factor in where people live. People have tended to settle in areas with fertile soil and abundant water resources for agriculture, as well as along coastlines and river basins to take advantage of trade and transportation routes. Natural resources such as minerals, oil, and gas have also attracted people to certain areas. However, population growth and urbanization have led to overcrowding in some areas, creating challenges such as inadequate infrastructure, pollution, and environmental degradation.

What problems have rapid urbanization in Southeast Asia caused?

Rapid urbanization in Southeast Asia has caused several problems, including environmental degradation, pollution, inadequate infrastructure, housing shortages, overcrowding, and social inequality. Urban areas have experienced increased air pollution, traffic congestion, and waste generation, leading to health and sanitation concerns. Additionally, rapid urbanization has contributed to the destruction of natural habitats and the loss of green spaces, further exacerbating environmental challenges. However, cities also offer economic opportunities and access to social services, leading to continued urban growth in the region.