- 1. Asian studies is an interdisciplinary field of study that explores the diverse cultures, languages, histories, politics, and societies of Asia. It involves critical analysis of the region's rich traditions, global impact, and contemporary issues, such as economic development, environmental challenges, and social movements. Scholars in Asian studies often examine topics such as Asian religions, art, literature, philosophy, and the interactions between different Asian countries. By studying Asian studies, students gain a deeper understanding of the complexities and dynamics of this dynamic and important region of the world.
What is the capital city of Japan?
A) Bangkok
B) Beijing
C) Seoul
D) Tokyo
- 2. Which religion is practiced by the majority in India?
A) Christianity
B) Hinduism
C) Islam
D) Buddhism
- 3. Who was the first emperor of China?
A) Qin Shi Huang
B) Confucius
C) Sun Yat-sen
D) Mao Zedong
- 4. In which country is Mt. Everest located?
A) China
B) India
C) Bhutan
D) Nepal
- 5. Which Asian country is known as the 'Land of the Rising Sun'?
A) South Korea
B) Japan
C) China
D) Vietnam
- 6. What is the official language of Pakistan?
A) Arabic
B) Hindi
C) Urdu
D) English
- 7. What is the traditional Japanese garment for women called?
A) Cheongsam
B) Sari
C) Hanbok
D) Kimono
- 8. Manila is the capital city of which Asian country?
A) Philippines
B) Malaysia
C) Thailand
D) Indonesia
- 9. Which Asian country is made up of over 17,000 islands?
A) Indonesia
B) Japan
C) Singapore
D) Maldives
- 10. What is the largest desert in Asia?
A) Thar Desert
B) Karakum Desert
C) Gobi Desert
D) Arabian Desert
- 11. Who is the founder of Buddhism?
A) Confucius
B) Laozi
C) Dalai Lama
D) Siddhartha Gautama
- 12. What is the currency of Thailand?
A) Baht
B) Yuan
C) Won
D) Ruble
- 13. The Taj Mahal is located in which Indian city?
A) Agra
B) Jaipur
C) Delhi
D) Mumbai
- 14. Which Asian country is known for producing Bollywood films?
A) India
B) Thailand
C) Japan
D) South Korea
- 15. What is the national sport of South Korea?
A) Taekwondo
B) Ping Pong
C) Sumo
D) Karate
- 16. The Philippines gained independence from which country in 1946?
A) United States
B) Spain
C) China
D) Japan
- 17. Which Asian river is the longest in the world?
A) Yangtze River
B) Mekong River
C) Ganges River
D) Indus River
- 18. What is the national flower of China?
A) Cherry Blossom
B) Lotus
C) Peony
D) Sunflower
- 19. Who is known as the 'Father of Modern China'?
A) Mao Zedong
B) Sun Yat-sen
C) Confucius
D) Emperor Meiji
- 20. Which Asian country is known as the 'Land of Smiles'?
A) Vietnam
B) Thailand
C) Japan
D) South Korea
- 21. Confucianism originated in which country?
A) Japan
B) China
C) South Korea
D) Vietnam
- 22. The historic city of Petra, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is located in which country?
A) Syria
B) Jordan
C) Lebanon
D) Iran
- 23. What is the capital city of India?
A) Bangkok
B) Shanghai
C) New Delhi
D) Mumbai
- 24. The Great Wall of China was primarily built to protect against invasions from which group of people?
A) Mongols
B) Greeks
C) Romans
D) Persians
- 25. Which Asian city is known as 'The Lion City'?
A) Singapore
B) Beijing
C) Tokyo
D) Seoul
- 26. What is the most widely spoken language in Asia?
A) Mandarin
B) Hindi
C) English
D) Japanese
- 27. Who is the current President of China as of 2021?
A) Xi Jinping
B) Deng Xiaoping
C) Mao Zedong
D) Hu Jintao
- 28. The currency used in South Korea is called what?
A) Yen
B) Baht
C) Ruble
D) South Korean Won
- 29. What is the equivalent of 'hello' in Japanese?
A) Ni hao
B) Annyeong
C) Sawasdee
D) Konnichiwa
- 30. Which Asian country is famous for its Angkor Wat temple complex?
A) Myanmar
B) Vietnam
C) Cambodia
D) Thailand
- 31. Seoul is the capital city of which Asian country?
A) North Korea
B) South Korea
C) China
D) Japan
- 32. The Mekong River flows through several Asian countries including Vietnam, Cambodia, and which other country?
A) Laos
B) Indonesia
C) Myanmar
D) Thailand
- 33. Which Asian country is known as the 'Pearl of the Indian Ocean'?
A) Maldives
B) Sri Lanka
C) Philippines
D) Indonesia
- 34. What is the traditional Japanese belt worn with a kimono called?
A) Obi
B) Zori
C) Haori
D) Yukata
- 35. What is the highest mountain in Japan?
A) Mount Everest
B) Mount Kilimanjaro
C) K2
D) Mount Fuji
- 36. What is the traditional Korean dress for women known as?
A) Sari
B) Kimono
C) Hanbok
D) Ao dai
- 37. Which Asian city hosted the 2008 Summer Olympics?
A) New Delhi
B) Tokyo
C) Beijing
D) Seoul
- 38. What is the traditional head covering worn by Muslim women called in many Asian countries?
A) Hijab
B) Sari
C) Cheongsam
D) Kimono
- 39. What is the traditional Japanese style of theatre called?
A) Wayang Kulit
B) Bharatanatyam
C) Peking Opera
D) Kabuki
- 40. The Korean War took place in which decade?
A) 1970s
B) 1940s
C) 1950s
D) 1960s
- 41. What is the traditional Korean fermented side dish made of vegetables?
A) Sushi
B) Dim Sum
C) Kimchi
D) Satay
- 42. Who was the first female Prime Minister of India?
A) Sirimavo Bandaranaike
B) Benazir Bhutto
C) Indira Gandhi
D) Margaret Thatcher
- 43. The Terracotta Army can be found in which Chinese city?
A) Shanghai
B) Beijing
C) Xi'an
D) Hong Kong
- 44. Which country was known as Persia until 1935?
A) Iraq
B) Syria
C) Iran
D) Afghanistan
- 45. What is the name of the oldest known written language in China?
A) Oracle Bone Script
B) Greek
C) Sanskrit
D) Latin
- 46. Who was the founder of the Maurya Empire in ancient India?
A) Chandragupta Maurya
B) Ashoka the Great
C) Babur
D) Akbar the Great
- 47. What is the traditional Japanese tea ceremony known as?
A) Karaoke
B) Sake
C) Chanoyu
D) Sumo
- 48. What is the dominant religion in Indonesia?
A) Christianity
B) Hinduism
C) Islam
D) Buddhism
- 49. The Korean writing system, 'Hangul', was created during the rule of which king?
A) King Jeongjo
B) King Sejong
C) King Yeonsangun
D) King Taejong
- 50. Which ancient Chinese philosopher is known for his teachings on ethics and morality?
A) Confucius
B) Laozi
C) Sun Tzu
D) Mencius
- 51. Which famous Asian landmark is located in Agra, India?
A) Great Wall of China
B) Petronas Towers
C) Taj Mahal
D) Angkor Wat
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