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Asian Geography Flashcards

1
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What major river runs through Kathmandu?

A

Bagmati

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2
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Which major ethnic group dominates Kathmandu’s population?

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Newar

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3
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Which river flows through Kathmandu?

A

Bagmati

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4
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Which UNESCO World Heritage Site in Kathmandu is known for its intricately carved wooden structures?

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Bhaktapur Durbar Square

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5
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Which famous festival in Nepal features the flying of colorful kites?

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Dashain

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6
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Which prominent river valley lies to the west of Kathmandu?

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Trishuli Valley

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7
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What is the significance of the stupa at Boudhanath in Kathmandu?

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It is one of the largest stupas in the world

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Which river delta is located to the west of Hong Kong?

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Pearl River Delta

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9
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Name one of the two official languages of Macau.

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Portuguese or Chinese (Cantonese)

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10
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Which European power was the first to establish a permanent settlement in Macau?

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Portugal

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11
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Which famous casino district is Macau known for?

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Cotai Strip

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12
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Name one of the islands that make up the territory of Hong Kong.

A

Lantau or Hong Kong Island

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13
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Which Chinese province borders both Hong Kong and Macau?

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Guangdong

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14
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Which historic fort is a UNESCO World Heritage site in Macau?

A

Fortaleza do Monte

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15
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Name one of the offshore islands that belongs to Hong Kong.

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Cheung Chau or Lamma Island

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16
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What is the highest peak in Hokkaido, Japan?

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Asahi-dake

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17
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Which indigenous people are native to Hokkaido?

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Ainu

18
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Which sea lies to the west of Hokkaido?

A

Sea of Japan

19
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Name one of the national parks located in Hokkaido.

A

Shikisai-no-Oka or Daisetsuzan

20
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What is the traditional Ainu garment that resembles a robe or coat?

A

Attush

21
Q

Which famous hot spring resort town is located in Hokkaido?

A

Noboribetsu

22
Q

What is the approximate population of Hokkaido as of 2022 in millions?

A

5.3 million

23
Q

Name one of the ski resorts in Hokkaido known for its powder snow.

A

Niseko or Rusutsu

24
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Which city in Hokkaido is known for its lavender fields?

A

Furano

25
Q

Which river is the longest in Hokkaido?

A

Ishikari River

26
Q

Which mountain range runs through Afghanistan and includes the Bamiyan province?

A

Hindu Kush

27
Q

Which ancient civilization influenced the art and culture of Bamiyan?

A

Gandhara

28
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Name one of the ethnic groups that historically inhabited the Bamiyan region.

A

Hazara

29
Q

Which UNESCO World Heritage site in Bamiyan was known for its intricate cave paintings?

A

Kakrak Valley

30
Q

Which year did the Taliban destroy the Bamiyan Buddha statues?

A

2001

31
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Which river flows through Damascus, Syria?

A

Barada

32
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What is the approximate population of Damascus as of 2022 in millions?

A

Around 4.2

33
Q

Name one of the historic gates of the old city of Damascus.

A

Bab Sharqi (Eastern Gate) or Bab Touma (Thomas’s Gate)

34
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Which Umayyad mosque in Damascus is one of the largest and oldest in the world?

A

Umayyad Mosque (Great Mosque of Damascus)

35
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What is the name of the ancient street in Damascus that dates back to Roman times?

A

Straight Street (Via Recta)

36
Q

Which mountain range is visible from Damascus on clear days?

A

Anti-Lebanon Mountains

37
Q

Name one of the historical baths (hammams) in the old city of Damascus.

A

Hammam al-Jadid or Hammam al-Nouri

38
Q

Which empire ruled Damascus from 661 to 750 AD, making it the capital of their Caliphate?

A

Umayyad Caliphate

39
Q

What is the traditional Syrian dish that originated in Damascus and is made of layers of filo pastry filled with nuts and sweetened with honey or syrup?

A

Baklava

40
Q

Which river flows to the west of Damascus and is a tributary of the Jordan River?

A

Yarmouk River

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