Beruflich Dokumente
Kultur Dokumente
1. Southeast Asia has a traditional economy. Explain that statement with specific
examples to back it up.
With lack of industry, they depend on crops like rice since they have very fertile soil.
2. What is ASEAN? How has it helped to create a region within a region?
Association of South Eastern Asia Nations. It promotes growth within the region.
A Rich Mosaic of Culture
1. How is this area a mosaic of religions? Identify the different religions and where they
are practiced.
It is Mosaic because many religions are practiced there like Christianity in the Philippines and
Indonesia who are Muslim.
2. Are there more rural or urban communities in this area?
With more rapid urban growth rate, there are more urban cities.
3. Interpret the picture of page 709. What does this scene show about diversity in
Malaysia?
It shows how different people are from one another because of religion and their traditions.
OCEANIA [P. 711-715]
1. Identify these terms and explain their importance in the region:
a. Micronesia- Tiny islands
b. Melanesia- Black islands
c. Polynesia- Many islands
d. Subsistence activities- Activities that the family does for themselves.
e. Copra- Dried meats of coconuts.
f. Taro- Major Crops that has a starchy root and can also be boiled and eaten by itself.
2. What type of migration is happening within Oceania today?
Rapid urban growth is occurring in Oceania right now.
3. How did contact with Europeans and Americans affect the societies of the Pacific Islands?
The traditional roots were taken over by the western ways and Europe and U.S. made the islands
territories and possessions.