Which is one ongoing obstacle to peace between Israel and Palestinian Arabs?
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Responses
Israel will not give up its settlements on the Sinai Peninsula.
Israel will not give up its settlements on the Sinai Peninsula.
Palestinians want to take back land that once belonged to their families.
Palestinians want to take back land that once belonged to their families.
The Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO) continues to deny Israel's right to exist.
The Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO) continues to deny Israel's right to exist.
Egypt has refused to negotiate with Israel.
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The Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO) continues to deny Israel's right to exist.
Which of the following BEST describes why civil war broke out between different ethnic and religious groups in Iraq?
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Responses
They disagreed about who should control certain cities and regions.
They disagreed about who should control certain cities and regions.
They disagreed about whether Islam should be the country's official religion.
They disagreed about whether Islam should be the country's official religion.
They disagreed about how to deal with the rise of ISIS.
They disagreed about how to deal with the rise of ISIS.
They disagreed about the form of government that Iraq should have.
(1 point)
Responses
They disagreed about who should control certain cities and regions.
They disagreed about who should control certain cities and regions.
They disagreed about whether Islam should be the country's official religion.
They disagreed about whether Islam should be the country's official religion.
They disagreed about how to deal with the rise of ISIS.
They disagreed about how to deal with the rise of ISIS.
They disagreed about the form of government that Iraq should have.
They disagreed about the form of government that Iraq should have.
What happened in 2014 that made the ongoing civil war in Syria even more complicated?
(1 point)
Responses
The Arab Spring led to demonstrations in Syria.
The Arab Spring led to demonstrations in Syria.
The Assad government used chemical weapons.
The Assad government used chemical weapons.
ISIS launched an attack on Syria.
ISIS launched an attack on Syria.
The United States attacked a Syrian air base.
(1 point)
Responses
The Arab Spring led to demonstrations in Syria.
The Arab Spring led to demonstrations in Syria.
The Assad government used chemical weapons.
The Assad government used chemical weapons.
ISIS launched an attack on Syria.
ISIS launched an attack on Syria.
The United States attacked a Syrian air base.
ISIS launched an attack on Syria.
Which cultural feature do most people in Afghanistan, Pakistan, and Bangladesh share?
(1 point)
Responses
Hinduism
Hinduism
Punjabi
Punjabi
Islam
Islam
Sinhalese
(1 point)
Responses
Hinduism
Hinduism
Punjabi
Punjabi
Islam
Islam
Sinhalese
Islam
Which South Asia country has the strongest democracy?
(1 point)
Responses
India
India
Pakistan
Pakistan
Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka
Afghanistan
(1 point)
Responses
India
India
Pakistan
Pakistan
Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka
Afghanistan
India
Which of the following is evidence of religious tension in South Asia?
(1 point)
Responses
civil war in Sri Lanka
civil war in Sri Lanka
Soviet invasion of Afghanistan
Soviet invasion of Afghanistan
Pakistani government attacking East Pakistan
Pakistani government attacking East Pakistan
British colonization of India
(1 point)
Responses
civil war in Sri Lanka
civil war in Sri Lanka
Soviet invasion of Afghanistan
Soviet invasion of Afghanistan
Pakistani government attacking East Pakistan
Pakistani government attacking East Pakistan
British colonization of India
civil war in Sri Lanka
Which of the following statements best describes relations between India and Pakistan?
(1 point)
Responses
The countries have had peaceful relations since the partition of India.
The countries have had peaceful relations since the partition of India.
The countries have an ongoing trade dispute with Bangladesh.
The countries have an ongoing trade dispute with Bangladesh.
The countries have had conflicts over the region of Kashmir.
The countries have had conflicts over the region of Kashmir.
The countries have agreed not to develop nuclear weapons.
(1 point)
Responses
The countries have had peaceful relations since the partition of India.
The countries have had peaceful relations since the partition of India.
The countries have an ongoing trade dispute with Bangladesh.
The countries have an ongoing trade dispute with Bangladesh.
The countries have had conflicts over the region of Kashmir.
The countries have had conflicts over the region of Kashmir.
The countries have agreed not to develop nuclear weapons.
The countries have had conflicts over the region of Kashmir.
Which of the following has led to high illiteracy rates in some South Asian nations?
(1 point)
Responses
the lack of investment in human capital
the lack of investment in human capital
their mixed economies with market elements
their mixed economies with market elements
an increase of skilled jobs
an increase of skilled jobs
their slow population growth
(1 point)
Responses
the lack of investment in human capital
the lack of investment in human capital
their mixed economies with market elements
their mixed economies with market elements
an increase of skilled jobs
an increase of skilled jobs
their slow population growth
the lack of investment in human capital
Briefly summarize the environmental problems facing South Asia.
South Asia faces a range of environmental problems. One of the key challenges is air pollution, particularly in urban areas, caused by industrial emissions, vehicle exhaust, and the burning of biomass and fossil fuels. This leads to significant health issues and contributes to climate change. Another major concern is water scarcity and pollution, resulting from population growth, inadequate infrastructure, and agricultural practices. Deforestation and loss of biodiversity are pervasive issues, leading to habitat destruction, soil erosion, and reduced ecosystem services. Natural disasters such as floods, cyclones, and earthquakes pose additional threats. Climate change exacerbates these problems, amplifying the intensity and frequency of extreme weather events. Overall, these environmental challenges require comprehensive efforts to mitigate pollution, conserve resources, and promote sustainable development in South Asia.
What are the obstacles to overcoming poverty in many South Asia nations? What must countries do to overcome poverty?
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