GEEOEOEOEO Flashcards
Which ethnic group is the largest in Myanmar?
Bamar
What is the primary occupation of the people living in the central plains of Myanmar?
Agriculture
The majority of Kachin people follow which religion?
Christianity
The Kayah people are also known as:
Karenni
What is the approximate population of Myanmar according to the 2014 census?
51 million
The Chin people primarily reside in which state?
Answer: b) Chin State
What is the dominant religion among the Rakhine people?
Buddhism
The Mon people are mainly engaged in:
Fishing
Which of the following factors influences population distribution in Myanmar the most?
Geographical features and landforms
The Karen people are divided into which two groups?
Hill Karen and Lowland Karen
What is the annual population growth rate of Myanmar?
About 1%
Most people in the highland regions of Myanmar engage in:
Upland farming and gardening
Which ethnic group primarily resides in Shan State?
Shan
Which region has the highest population density in Myanmar?
Central regions (lowlands)
Which of the following ethnic groups primarily follows Buddhism?
Shan
What are the eight major ethnic groups in Myanmar?
The eight major ethnic groups are Bamar, Chin, Kachin, Kayah, Karen, Mon, Rakhine, and Shan.
Why do most ethnic groups in Myanmar live in specific regions?
The distribution of ethnic groups depends on geography, climate, and historical migration patterns.
What are the two main types of agriculture practiced in Myanmar?
Upland farming (hills) and lowland agriculture (plains).
Why do people in the highland areas practice terrace farming?
Because the steep slopes make flat agriculture difficult, so they use terraces to prevent soil erosion and improve farming efficiency.
What is the main economic activity of the Rakhine people?
Fishing and agriculture.
Which ethnic group is primarily found in Mon State?
The Mon people.
What are the main religions followed by the Karen people?
Christianity and Buddhism, with some following animism.
What is the relationship between population density and landforms in Myanmar?
Lowland areas have high population density, while highland areas have low population density.
What is the main reason for population growth in Myanmar?
Natural increase due to high birth rates and improvements in healthcare.
Why is the central region of Myanmar densely populated?
It has fertile land, favorable climate, and good transportation infrastructure.
How does geography affect jobs in Myanmar?
People in lowlands farm, while those in highlands do upland farming. Coastal people focus on fishing.
What affects where people live in Myanmar?
Factors include landforms, climate, jobs, and transport. Lowlands have more people, while mountains have fewer.
How does Myanmar’s ethnic diversity affect social life?
Over 100 ethnic groups have different languages, traditions, and jobs, shaping culture and social life.
Which areas in Myanmar have more or fewer people?
Most crowded: Yangon, Mandalay, and Ayeyarwady (lowlands).
Less crowded: Kachin, Chin, and Shan (mountains).
How does farming differ across Myanmar?
Lowlands: Rice farming.
Highlands: Upland and terrace farming.
Coasts: Fishing.
How is urbanization changing Myanmar?
More people move to cities like Yangon for jobs, causing crowding and housing issues in cities.
Why is transportation important in Myanmar?
Good roads help trade, jobs, and movement, but remote areas struggle with poor transport.
What religions are common in Myanmar?
Buddhism, Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, and Animism shape festivals, traditions, and daily life.
How does climate affect where people live?
Fertile lands have more people, while dry and mountainous areas have fewer people.
How do highland and lowland economies differ?
Lowlands: Big farms, industries, city jobs.
Highlands: Small farms, forestry, and little trade.
