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What is the definition of Buddhism?
A religion and philosophy based on the teachings of the Buddha, emphasizing the path to enlightenment.
Who founded Buddhism?
Siddhartha Gautama.
What are the Four Noble Truths in Buddhism?
Central beliefs of Buddhism centered around suffering.
What is Nirvana in Buddhism?
The goal of all Buddhists - a state of freedom from suffering, desire, and the reincarnation cycle.
Who is the Dalai Lama?
The Buddhist spiritual leader.
What are the main ideas of Taoism?
Follow nature's flow, no rules, live life to the fullest. Founded by Lao Tzu.
What does the term 'Yin Yang' represent?
A concept in Taoism representing balance and harmony.
What are the key principles of Confucianism?
Strong family structure, importance of education, and maintaining social order.
Define Communism.
A form of government where the government controls everything.
What does Heterogeneous mean?
Diversity in cultures.
What does Homogeneous mean?
Sharing the same culture.
Define a Dynasty.
A family line of rulers.
What is the Dynastic Cycle?
The repeated rise and fall of families.
What is a Peninsula?
A piece of land with water on three sides.
What is an Archipelago?
A chain or group of islands.
What is a Plateau?
An area of level ground at a higher altitude.
What is Terrace farming?
Level planting surfaces on hills or mountains.
What are some key differences between North and South Korea?
North Korea is communist with unlimited government and no allowed religion, while South Korea has freedoms, allies with the U.S., and freedom of religion.
What is the significance of the One Child Policy in China?
It was intended to limit the rapidly growing population, which is one-fifth of the world's total.
Why was the One Child Policy mostly enforced in urban areas?
To control population growth in cities, which faced a lack of resources.
What are the Terracotta Soldiers?
Unique sculptures of soldiers and horses, with as many as 8,000 discovered.
What is the Great Wall of China?
A series of walls built for invasion protection, made of different materials and reconstructed over time.