Chapter 28 Review
What are the most important rivers in the Indian perimeter? Brahmaputra and Ganges
What is the importance of the Indus Valley? Fertile soil allows for Pakistan’s large population
Describe the climate in Bangladesh? World’s Wettest
What type of climate do Bhutan, Nepal and Pakistan have? Bhutan and Nepal: Highland Climate Pakistan: Desert Climate
Pakistan has which type of religion? Islam/Muslim
Describe the culture in Pakistan. Traditional Islamic Culture Men Dominate
Describe the issue of child brides in Pakistan Describe the issue of child brides in Pakistan. Be sure to describe the reasons for and against it. Children are being forced to marry older men For: to pay family debts Against: Detrimental to economy, development of girls,
How did Bangladesh become independent? Was part of Pakistan and won independence from them
Describe Bangladeshi culture. Muslim religion but closer to SE Asian Countries for other aspects
What type of religion can be found in Bhutan, Nepal, Sri Lanka, and the Maldives? Bhutan: Buddhism Nepal: Hinduism Sri Lanka: Buddhism Maldives: Islam
What is the base of the Bhutanese economy? Tourism, Hydroelectric power, and Agriculture
Describe the Sri Lankan culture. Relies on caste system and Karma
What is the major issue facing Sri Lanka? Sinhalese and Tamil
Describe the Maldives economy Tourism and Fishing are the largest industries
Cyclone Violent storms that are like hurricanes
Storm Surge Huge waves that are whipped up by fierce winds
Cholera a server intestinal infection usually contracted by drinking infested water
Graphite a form of carbon used in pencils and other products
Stupas The Oldest monuments to Buddha; mounds of earth or stone covering the ashes of the Buddha or relics of Buddhist Saints
Atoll a ring of coral surrounding a body of water called a lagoon
Khyber Pass Pass in western Pakistan that has been an important site historically for armies moving both east and west
Kathmandu Capital of Nepal
Sherpa A guide and porter for Himalayan expeditions
Caste System Groups of people’s birth that determine their position in society
Karma The positive and negative forces caused by a persons actions
Maharaja The king of Bhutan