A system of government that is ruled by the leaders of a religion, or based on the beliefs of a single religion.
An empire that developed from the Roman Empire, centered on Constantinople that lasted from 285 until 1483.
A toxic chemical often created as a byproduct of zinc production.
A seasonal wind in South East Asia that blows from land to sea in October to May (dry monsoon ) and from sea to land on May to September bringing rain (wet monsoon).
A China-led initiative to provide funds for development projects.
A polycentric city of 11 compact cities, including Hong Kong, Macau, Huizhou and Guangzhou, that is projected to soon increase its population to 65 million and is one of China's industrial growth regions.
Currency from another country.
A metropolitan area with more than one major ciy.
Meat from cattle in Kobe, Japan. Considered a delicacy.
The spiritual and political leader of Tibet, who left the region in 1950 after the country was annexed by China.
The dominant ethnicity in China, comprising more than 91 percent of China's total population.
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