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3rd notes Flashcards

1
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What is the capital of Malawi?

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Lilongwe

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2
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What is the capital of Togo?

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Lomé

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3
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What is the capital of Eswatini?

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Mbabane (also known as Lobamba)

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4
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What is the capital of Vanuatu?

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Port Vila

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5
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What is the capital of Nepal?

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Kathmandu

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What is the capital of Uruguay?

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Montevideo

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7
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What is the currency of Japan?

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Yen (¥)

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What is the currency of Switzerland?

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Swiss Franc (CHF)

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9
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What is the currency of Eurozone countries?

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Euro (€)

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10
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What is the currency of Brazil?

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Real (R$)

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11
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What is the currency of India?

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Rupee (₹)

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12
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What is the currency situation in Zimbabwe?

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Multi-currency (USD, ZWL, etc.)

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13
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Name a landlocked country.

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Nepal, Paraguay, Switzerland, Kazakhstan

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14
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Name a double landlocked country.

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Liechtenstein, Uzbekistan

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15
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How many borders does China have?

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14 borders. Examples: India, Russia, Pakistan, etc.

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16
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How many borders does Russia have?

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16 borders

17
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How many borders does Brazil have?

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10 borders

18
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What are the maritime borders of Malta?

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Maritime borders with Italy and Tunisia

19
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Where is the Tropical Rainforest biome usually found? What are some examples (regions)?

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Usually found near the equator. Examples: Amazon (heart of South America), Central Africa

20
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What are the characteristics of the Desert biome? (4)

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Extreme temperatures, minimal rainfall, plants such as cacti, and animals such as camels

21
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What are the threats to the Tundra biome? (2)

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Climate change, oil extraction

22
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Petra is an ancient _ - _ _ in _. It is famous for its _ - _ _ and _ _ _.

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Petra is an ancient rock-carved city in Jordan. It is famous for its rock-cut architecture and water management system.

23
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Machu Picchu is an ancient _ _ / _ in _, _. It is famous for its _ _

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Machu Picchu is an ancient Incan ruins/city in Cuzco, Peru. It is famous for its archaeological significance

24
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The Great Wall of China was built to _ China against _, especially from the _. It stretches over _ miles or _ meters. It symbolizes _ and _.

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The Great Wall of China was built to protect China against invasions, especially from the Mongols. It stretches over 13,000 miles or 21,000 meters. It symbolizes defense and history.

25
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The Colosseum is an _ _ _ located in _, _. It is a _ site for _ _ and _ _.

Provide 2 definitions

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The Colosseum is an Ancient Roman amphitheater located in Rome, Italy. It is a historical site for gladiatorial games and public spectacles.

Amphitheater: An open and circular area of ground that is surrounded by rows of seats that are sloped towards the center (and are usually open as well)
(Public) Spectacle: A large public event or show/performance

26
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What does the Eiffel Tower symbolize?

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Modern architecture

27
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What is the largest ocean?

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Pacific Ocean

28
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What is the geopolitical importance of the Mediterranean Sea? (3)

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Important for trade. Important for history. Surrounded by Europe, Africa, and Asia.

29
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What is significant about the South China Sea? (2)
Provide 1 definition

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Hotspot for territorial disputes. Vital trade route
Hotspot: A place of significant activity or danger

30
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What is the Arctic Ocean known for? (1)

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Melting ice is opening new shipping lanes and and trade routes

31
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How long is the Great Wall of China?
What is it a symbol of?

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-Over 13,000 miles or 21,000 meters long
-Symbol of defense and history

32
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The Statue of Liberty is located in _ _, _ and symbolizes _ and _. It was gifted by _.

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The Statue of Liberty is located in New York, USA and symbolizes freedom and liberty. It was gifted by France.

33
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The Taj Mahal is located in_, _, it is a _ built by Emperor _ _ in memory of his wife _ _. It is also known for its _ _.
Provide 1 definition

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The Taj Mahal is located in Agra, India, it is a mausoleum built by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal. It is also known for its Mughal architecture.
Mughal empire: An early modern empire that was comprised of modern day North India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh

34
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La Sagrida Familia is _ _’s iconic _ and _ in _, _.
Provide 2 definitions

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La Sagrida Familia is Antoni Gaudí’s iconic basilica and cathedral in Barcelona, Spain.
Iconic: Very famous or popular
Basilica: An Ancient Roman public building

35
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How many official languages does India have?

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22 official languages

36
Q

Which country has the most official languages?

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Bolivia with 37 official languages

37
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Which country has the biggest population in Africa? What is its population?

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Nigeria with over 200 million people

38
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Which country has the biggest population in the world? What is its population?

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India with over 1.45 billion people

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