SOC335 Questions

The people and cultures of Asia

1. What are the fundamental economic problems in China that hinder China's attempts at modernization?

2. The Chinese family has traditionally valued boys over girls. Why? How has the one-child policy affected the traditional Chinese outlook on the family? How has the one-child policy affected family itself? Has the one-child policy affected all groups in China equally?

3. The modem state of Indonesia is diverse with different peoples that speak different languages and practice different religions. How did Indonesia develop their strong national identity to overcome ethnic boundaries?

4. Discuss the regime of Pol Pot.  What did the Khmer Rouge do in Cambodia? What were some of their policies?