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KINE 347 final
KINE 347
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Sports
Undergraduate 1
05/18/2011

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Term
How does Jamaica rank among the Caribbean islands due to size?
Definition
Jamaica is the 3rd largest island in the Caribbean
Term
Name 3 of the 5 major industries in Jamaica.
Definition

Agriculture, fishing, forestry

 

Term
How early does the government push children to participate in track in field?
Definition
As young as Kindergarten
Term
What is considered a religion, but is more of a mindset?
Definition
Rastafarian culture
Term
In what Olympics did Usain Bolt win and set a new world record for both the 100m and 200m races?
Definition
2008 Olympics
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What is Mexico's most popular sport?
Definition
Soccer
Term
Who is Mexico's president?
Definition
Felipe Calderon
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What years did Mexico host the World Cup?
Definition
1970 and 1986
Term
What sport was the most popular in the 19th century?
Definition
Bullfighting
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What is the capital of Mexico?
Definition
Mexico city
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What is the year of Peru's independence?
Definition
1821
Term
What is Peru's main Religion?
Definition
Catholicism
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What is the main export of Peru?
Definition
Gold and Copper
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Who is Peru's most famous athlete?
Definition

Teo filo cubrillas

 

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When was Peru's first appearance in the Olympics?
Definition
1936
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What ocean is Madagascar located in?
Definition
Indian Ocean
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What are the three major religions in Madagascar?
Definition
Muslim, Protestant, Christian
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What is the fighting game called in Madagascar?
Definition
Moraingy
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What is the National Language called in Madagascar?
Definition
Malagasy
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Madagascar is the ___ largest Island in the world
Definition
4th
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How many terms can a Turkish president be re-elected? and how many years are they in office for?
Definition
Only 1 time, 5 year terms
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What 3 seas boarder Turkey?
Definition
Black sea, Aegean Sea, Mediterranean Sea
Term
What regions of the world is turkey in?
Definition
Southern Europe and West Asia
Term
What is the name of the horseback game played with sticks?
Definition
Cirit
Term
What is the majority of the population religion?
Definition
Islam
Term
What are the most common games played by Egyptians?
Definition
Wrestling and Javelin throw
Term
What is Egypt's main religion?
Definition
Islam and Christianity
Term
Name 5 things Egyptians do for entertainment
Definition
Term
What is the history of Modern Egypt?
Definition
Term
How big is Egypt?
Definition
1 1/2 times the size of Texas
Term
List 5 things you "Don't" do if visiting Thailand
Definition

Don't shout

Don't call attention to yourself

Don't point or stare

Don't touch peoples head

No PDA

Term
What type of Ceremony is done under water on feb. 14th?
Definition
Underwater Wedding Ceremony
Term
What is the National Sport of Thailand?
Definition
Muay (Thai Boxing)
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What is Thailand's main religion?
Definition
Buddhism
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What 2 things can you "Do" in visiting Thailand?
Definition

Take your shoes off when entering a house

Respect all religious symbols

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How many levels of education does Vietnam have?
Definition
5 levels
Term
How many major regions are in Vietnam?
Definition
3
Term
What is the main religion on Vietnam?
Definition
Mahayana Buddhism
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What is the most popular sport in Vietnam?
Definition
Soccer
Term
Name 1 sport only found in Mountain Areas of Vietnam?
Definition
Elephant races
Term
What is the most dominant religion in India?
Definition
Hinduism
Term
How many states and unions does India have?
Definition
28 states, 7 unions
Term
What year is it said India will take over for being the largest population?
Definition
2025
Term
What is a person's head considered?
Definition
"The seat of the soul"
Term
One Sea India is surrounded by...
Definition
Arabian Sea
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Who did Jordan gain their independence from in the 1940's?
Definition
Britain
Term
Jordan's motto?
Definition
"God, homeland, and the King."
Term
Has Jordan won any Olympic medals?
Definition
No
Term
What's the life expectancy of Women in Jordan?
Definition
76 years old
Term
What's the literacy rate of ages 15-24?
Definition
91.9%
Term
What country is New Zealand's queen from?
Definition
England
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When did the first Europeans settle in New Zealand?
Definition
December 13, 1642
Term
What are New Zealand's summer months?
Definition
Dec. - Feb.
Term
Name one top sport for each gender and age group
Definition

Boys (5-17): Soccer

Girls (5-17): Swimming

Men: Golf

Women: Netball

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WHat is new Zealand's % of employment?
Definition
96%
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