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Chapter 29:1 Objectives. Terms to Know. cordilleras archipelago insular. flora fauna. Building Geography Literacy. I. Peninsulas & Islands. A. Mainland Southeast Asia. Mainland Nations. B. Island Southeast Asia. Discussion Question.
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Terms to Know • cordilleras • archipelago • insular • flora • fauna
Discussion Question • Why do you think so many of the region’s islands are not settled?
Discussion Question • Compare and contrast the physical features of these islands with those of other islands you have studied, such as Great Britain, various Mediterranean islands, or Hawaii.
Discussion Question • What are the major natural resources? • Name the different ways that Southeast Asian’s take care of their everyday needs?
Chapter 29:2 Objectives • 1. Identify the weather pattern that influences Southeast Asia’s climate. • 2. List the region’s main climate types. • 3. State the main type of natural vegetation found in Southeast Asia.
Terms to Know • endemic • deciduous
Discussion Question • What geographical factor accounts for the fairly constant year-round temperatures in Southeast Asia? • Answer: the region is near the Equator, where there is little seasonal variation in the amount of sunlight or day length.
Discussion Question • Why did Singapore replace much of its original habitat?