1. Pakistan
K2: World’s 2nd Highest Peak

2. Where Pakistan is located
Pakistan is located in Asia in between Afghanistan and India.
Most important river: Indus River- it supplies around 2/3 of the water for the homes and irrigation
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3. History of Pakistan
The picture below shows India when it included the country of Pakistan and a picture after Pakistan became its own country in 1947.
The split occurred due to religious and political divisions in India by Great Britain.
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4. History of Pakistan continued
Benazir Bhutto- first woman prime minister of Pakistan and she was assassinated by members of Al-Queda after returning from exile in 2007.
She hoped to put an end to terrorism when she returned home after her homeland was becoming known for harboring terrorist groups
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6. Pakistan divided

9. Culture of Pakistan
Religion: 95 % Muslim; many Islamic cultural traits
Language- Punjabi, Sindhi
Sport- Cricket is the most popular
Arranged Marriages
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10. Economy of Pakistan
Very impoverished and underdeveloped country
Average yearly income is $2500 a year compared to average U.S. income of $50,000 in 2009.
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11. Current Issues in Pakistan
Political fighting over control of Pakistan- Pakistani army wants to take control over the government; corruption within the government
Al-Queda influence along border with Afghanistan among tribal groups
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