World Cultures

Unit III: Southeast Asia, Oceania and Austrialia

Name: __________________________

SOUTHEAST ASIA [Page 705 709]

A Long History of Diversity:
1. In a paragraph, explain how the early history [prior to 1000 AD] was highly diversified.
There were many countries affecting the diversity like China and India. China influenced
Southeast Asia through many things like beliefs and technology. India then spreaded their
religions all throughout the Southeast Asia region. Examples of those religions were Buddhism
and Hinduism. That is why it is highly diverse.
2. How was the area of Southeast Asia organized and governed during their early history?
There were rings of power in the region.
3. How did this change from 1300-1800?
More and powerful states would arise instead of all countries having similar power.
Colonialism and its aftermath
1. What is colonialism?
The policy or practice of acquiring full or partial political control over another country,
occupying it with settlers, and exploiting it economically.
2. What was the only country in the region that wasnt a colony?
Siam (Thailand)
3. Identify and explain the three ways colonialism changed Southeast Asia.
First the colony rulers set up governments with rules and regulations. Second, the colonials
forced them to make commodities that would help Europes economy like rubber, rice, and
coffee. Last, it unintentionally sparked nationalism making people unite and go against Europes
rule.
4. Skillbuilder: Interpreting Maps [p. 706] -- Answer #1 and #2
#1- The French Indochina
#2- Dutch New Guinea
5. What changes came to Southeast Asia during WWII?
Japan arrived and would explore for resources.
6. How was control of the area in Southeast Asia by Japan different than European
control?
Leadership positions.
7. After WWII, Southeast Asia gained their independence differently. Briefly explain
this statement with examples.
Many nations got freedom peacefully and without fighting except Indonesia who had to fight.
An Uneven Economy
1. Southeast Asia has a traditional economy. Explain that statement with specific
examples to back it up.
With a 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 East Asia Nations that promote 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 a 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 the present 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
All of them describe the geographical region
c. Polynesia- many islands
d. Subsistence activities- Activities that the family does for themselves. For example,
they make food, shelter, and clothing for themselves.
e. Copra- Dried meats of coconuts
f. Taro- Major Crop that has a starchy root and can be made into bread or pudding. It
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 taking over by the western ways and Europe and U.S made the
islands territories and possessions.
4. What is distinctive about Oceania in terms of its languages?
It is one of the most linguistically diverse regions in the world with 1,100 of the worlds languages
being spoken there.
5. How has modern technology both helped and harmed Oceania?
It is linking all the islands together but it is making the people get away from their traditional
ways of life.
AUSTRALIA, NEW ZEALIND & ANTARCTICA [P.717-723]
1. What prevents Australia from benefiting completely from its mining industry?
Since many deposits lay in the outback and far from cities it is expensive to build roads and
buildings that are needed for the mine to work.

2. What historic actions demonstrated New Zealanders concern for equal rights and social
welfare?
They granted the right to vote to women and gave pensions to senior citizens.
3. What is the major activity conducted in Antarctica?
Research for many things.