Reading guide over pp 385-387
Because of its wealthof farmland and natural resources
Its strategic location where Southwest Asia, Central Asia, and South Asia meet
Because of its many sea ports and their value in trading
The Mongol and Russian Armies
Great Britain and Scotland
Russia and Great Britain
Mongolia
Russia
Great Britain
Russia wanted to reach a warm-water sea port and England wanted to protect its Indian colonies
Great Britain wanted a warm-water sea port and Mongolia wanted to take over India
Mongolia wanted a warm water sea port and Russia wanted to be close to Indian territories
Soviet Union
United States
Great Britain
Muslim League
Al-Quaida
Taliban
Service industries
Subsistence farming
Technology jobs in cities
Years of war have weakened the economy
There are no natural resources there
They have no sea ports
Most speak the same language
Most have the same heritage
Most share the Muslim faith
Kite flying
Cricket
Buzkashi