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Study Guide: Qinghai Province: Geography, History, and Culture

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Qinghai Province: Geography, History, and Culture Study Guide

Geography and Climate of Qinghai

Qinghai province is located in the southeastern part of China.

Answer: False

Explanation: Qinghai province is situated in Northwestern China, not the southeastern part.

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Qinghai is the largest province in China by area, excluding autonomous regions.

Answer: True

Explanation: Qinghai is recognized as the largest province in China by area when autonomous regions are excluded.

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The name "Qinghai" translates to "Red Lake" in Chinese.

Answer: False

Explanation: The name 'Qinghai' translates to 'blue/green lake' in Chinese, derived from Qinghai Lake.

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Qinghai province shares a border with the autonomous region of Inner Mongolia.

Answer: False

Explanation: Qinghai province borders Gansu, Xinjiang, Sichuan, and the Tibet Autonomous Region, but not Inner Mongolia.

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The average elevation of Qinghai province is approximately 3000 meters.

Answer: True

Explanation: The province is situated on the Tibetan Plateau, with an average elevation of approximately 3000 meters.

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The Yangtze River originates in the northern part of Qinghai province.

Answer: False

Explanation: The Yangtze River originates in the southern part of Qinghai province.

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Qinghai Lake is the largest freshwater lake in China.

Answer: False

Explanation: Qinghai Lake is the largest saltwater lake in China.

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Bukadaban Feng, located in Qinghai, is the highest point mentioned in the province, reaching 6,860 meters.

Answer: True

Explanation: Bukadaban Feng, situated in Qinghai, is noted as the province's highest point, with an elevation of 6,860 meters.

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Qinghai experiences very hot summers and extremely cold winters due to its high altitude.

Answer: False

Explanation: Due to its high altitude, Qinghai experiences cold winters and mild summers, not very hot summers.

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Xining is a popular tourist destination during winter due to its warm climate.

Answer: False

Explanation: Xining is popular during summer for its mild climate, not winter, as it experiences cold winters.

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Riyue Mountain separates Qinghai into western pastoral and eastern agricultural zones.

Answer: True

Explanation: Riyue Mountain serves as a geographical divider, separating Qinghai into distinct western pastoral and eastern agricultural regions.

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Qinghai province covers an area smaller than 500,000 square kilometers.

Answer: False

Explanation: Qinghai province covers an area of approximately 720,000 square kilometers, exceeding 500,000 square kilometers.

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What is the primary etymological origin of the name "Qinghai"?

Answer: It translates to 'blue/green lake' in Chinese, named after Qinghai Lake.

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Which of the following major rivers does NOT originate in Qinghai province?

Answer: Pearl River

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What is the status of Qinghai Lake in terms of size and type within China?

Answer: Largest saltwater lake

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Which mountain range is mentioned as featuring the highest point in Qinghai, Bukadaban Feng?

Answer: Kunlun Mountains

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What is the typical mean annual temperature range in Qinghai province?

Answer: -5 to 8 °C (23 to 46 °F)

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Why is Xining a popular tourist destination during the summer?

Answer: Its climate is mild and comfortable, offering an escape from heat.

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What geographical role does Riyue Mountain play in Qinghai?

Answer: It divides the province into distinct pastoral and agricultural zones.

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What is the approximate area of Qinghai province in square kilometers?

Answer: Approximately 720,000 sq km

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What is the primary function of Riyue Mountain in Qinghai's geography?

Answer: Division between pastoral and agricultural zones

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The name 'Qinghai' is derived from which geographical feature?

Answer: Qinghai Lake

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Which of the following is a characteristic of Qinghai's climate?

Answer: Cold winters and mild summers with significant diurnal temperature variation

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Historical Development and Governance

During the Bronze Age, the Kayue culture, known for agriculture and husbandry, inhabited the Qinghai region.

Answer: True

Explanation: The Kayue culture, characterized by agriculture and husbandry, was present in the Qinghai region during the Bronze Age.

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The Tuyuhun Kingdom was established in Qinghai by the Han Chinese during the 3rd century CE.

Answer: False

Explanation: The Tuyuhun Kingdom was established in Qinghai by peoples related to the Mongolic Xianbei, not by Han Chinese.

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During the 7th century, the Tang Dynasty successfully incorporated the Qinghai region into its empire after defeating the Tibetan Empire.

Answer: False

Explanation: In the 7th century, the Tibetan Empire, under King Songtsen Gampo, gained control over the Qinghai region after conflicts involving the Tang Dynasty.

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Qinghai was administered as part of Tibet proper during the Yuan Dynasty.

Answer: False

Explanation: During the Yuan Dynasty, the region of Qinghai was known as Amdo and was administered separately from Tibet proper.

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The Ma clique, a group of Chinese Muslim warlords, ruled Qinghai from 1928 until 1949.

Answer: True

Explanation: The Ma clique, comprising Chinese Muslim warlords such as Ma Qi, Ma Lin, and Ma Bufang, governed Qinghai from 1928 to 1949.

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Qinghai was officially established as a province in 1912 by the Republic of China.

Answer: False

Explanation: Qinghai was officially established as a province in 1928 by the Nationalist Government of the Republic of China.

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The Khoshut Khanate controlled Qinghai before the Qing dynasty's conquest in 1724.

Answer: True

Explanation: The Khoshut Khanate held sway over parts of Qinghai until the Qing dynasty's conquest in 1724.

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The Dungan Revolts primarily affected the Han Chinese population in Qinghai during the late 19th century.

Answer: False

Explanation: The Dungan Revolts primarily impacted Muslim populations, leading to demographic shifts, rather than primarily affecting the Han Chinese in Qinghai.

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What ancient culture inhabited the Qinghai region during the Bronze Age?

Answer: The Kayue culture

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Who established the Tuyuhun Kingdom in the Qinghai region around the mid-3rd century CE?

Answer: Mongolic Xianbei related peoples

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During the 7th century, which empire ultimately gained control over the Qinghai region after conflicts involving the Tang Dynasty?

Answer: The Tibetan Empire

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Which group ruled Qinghai from 1928 until 1949, significantly influencing its political landscape?

Answer: The Ma clique

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The Khoshut Khanate, which controlled parts of Qinghai, was founded by which group?

Answer: Khoshut Mongols

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What was the impact of the Dungan Revolts (1862-1877) on Qinghai's demographics?

Answer: Led to a demographic shift of Hui Muslims from Shaanxi towards Gansu and Qinghai.

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Which dynasty officially established Qinghai as a province in 1928?

Answer: Nationalist Government (Republic of China)

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What was the administrative name for the Qinghai region during the Yuan Dynasty?

Answer: Amdo

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The Nian Gengyao proposal in 1724 was instrumental in establishing Qing dynasty control over Qinghai. What was this proposal called?

Answer: The Thirteen Articles for the Effective Governing of Qinghai

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Ethnic Groups and Cultural Landscape

Qinghai is designated as an autonomous region because Tibetans form the majority population.

Answer: False

Explanation: Qinghai is not designated as an autonomous region because the Han Chinese constitute the majority, and no single ethnic minority group forms a clear majority.

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As of recent census data, Han Chinese constitute the largest ethnic group in Qinghai.

Answer: True

Explanation: According to recent census data, Han Chinese represent the largest ethnic group in Qinghai province.

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Islam is the predominant religion practiced by the Hui Chinese population in Qinghai.

Answer: True

Explanation: Islam is indeed the predominant religion for the Hui Chinese population residing in Qinghai.

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The languages spoken in Qinghai, such as Amdo Tibetan and Salar, have not influenced each other.

Answer: False

Explanation: Languages spoken in Qinghai, including Amdo Tibetan and Salar, have influenced each other, forming a linguistic community (Sprachbund).

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The Salar people migrated to Qinghai from the Tibetan Plateau in 1370.

Answer: False

Explanation: The Salar people migrated to Qinghai from Samarkand in 1370, not the Tibetan Plateau.

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Qinghai has one of the highest population densities among Chinese provinces.

Answer: False

Explanation: Qinghai has one of the lowest population densities among Chinese provinces due to its vast area and relatively small population.

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The Naadam festival is celebrated in Qinghai primarily by the Hui Chinese population.

Answer: False

Explanation: The Naadam festival is celebrated in Qinghai primarily by the Mongol population, not the Hui Chinese.

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Why is Qinghai not designated as an autonomous region despite having significant minority populations?

Answer: No single ethnic minority group constitutes a majority.

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Which ethnic group forms the largest portion of Qinghai's population according to 2021 census data?

Answer: Han Chinese

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Which of the following is NOT listed as a primary religion practiced in Qinghai?

Answer: Shinto

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What linguistic phenomenon is noted regarding the languages spoken in Qinghai?

Answer: They have formed a linguistic community (Sprachbund) with mutual influence.

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From where did the Salar people migrate when they settled in Qinghai in 1370?

Answer: Samarkand

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How does Qinghai's population density compare to other Chinese provinces?

Answer: It is among the least densely populated.

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Which group celebrates the Naadam festival annually in the Qaidam Basin of Qinghai?

Answer: The Mongols

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Which of the following is NOT a minority group mentioned as significant in Qinghai's population?

Answer: Manchus

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Economic Profile and Development

Qinghai's economy is one of the largest and most developed in China.

Answer: False

Explanation: Qinghai's economy is among the smallest in China, not one of the largest or most developed.

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The extraction of oil and natural gas from the Qaidam Basin is a significant economic driver for Qinghai.

Answer: True

Explanation: The Qaidam Basin's oil and natural gas reserves are a crucial component of Qinghai's economic activity.

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The Xining Economic & Technological Development Zone (XETDZ) focuses primarily on agricultural development.

Answer: False

Explanation: The Xining Economic & Technological Development Zone (XETDZ) focuses on industries such as chemicals, petroleum, natural gas processing, and high-technology, not primarily agricultural development.

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Qinghai's GDP per capita in 2022 was higher than the national average.

Answer: False

Explanation: Qinghai's GDP per capita in 2022 was lower than the national average.

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What is Qinghai's economic standing compared to other Chinese provinces?

Answer: Among the smallest in terms of GDP.

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Which of the following is a key industry contributing to Qinghai's economy?

Answer: Iron and steel production

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Which industries are NOT specifically mentioned as key focuses within the Xining Economic & Technological Development Zone (XETDZ)?

Answer: Automotive manufacturing

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In 2022, Qinghai's GDP per capita ranked approximately where among Chinese provinces?

Answer: Around 24th

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What economic contribution did Qinghai make to the national economy in 2022?

Answer: Approximately 0.30%

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Infrastructure and Human Development

Qinghai has extensive highway infrastructure, ranking among the highest in China.

Answer: False

Explanation: Qinghai ranks among the lowest in China for highway infrastructure length, indicating limited extensive development.

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The Qinghai-Tibet Railway connects Qinghai to the Xinjiang region.

Answer: False

Explanation: The Qinghai-Tibet Railway connects Qinghai to Tibet, not Xinjiang.

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Telecommunications are easily established in remote Qinghai prefectures due to favorable conditions.

Answer: False

Explanation: Telecommunications development in remote Qinghai prefectures is hindered by challenging natural conditions and high altitudes.

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Qinghai University for Nationalities is one of the educational institutions located in Qinghai province.

Answer: True

Explanation: Qinghai University for Nationalities is among the key educational institutions situated within Qinghai province.

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Qinghai's Human Development Index (HDI) of 0.719 in 2022 classifies it as having a "low" level of human development.

Answer: False

Explanation: Qinghai's HDI of 0.719 in 2022 classifies it as having a 'high' level of human development, not low.

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The Lanqing Railway, completed in 1959, connects Qinghai to Lanzhou in Gansu province.

Answer: True

Explanation: The Lanqing Railway, operational since 1959, provides a vital rail link between Qinghai and Lanzhou in Gansu province.

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Educational attainment in Qinghai is generally high, especially among ethnic minorities.

Answer: False

Explanation: Educational attainment in Qinghai is generally not high, with ethnic minorities often experiencing lower levels of education compared to the provincial average.

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How does Qinghai's highway infrastructure rank nationally?

Answer: Second lowest

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What major transportation project, completed in 2005, connects Tibet with the rest of China via Qinghai?

Answer: The Qinghai-Tibet Railway

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What factor significantly hinders telecommunications development in remote Qinghai prefectures like Yushu and Guoluo?

Answer: High average altitude and difficult natural conditions

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Which of the following is NOT listed as a key educational institution in Qinghai?

Answer: Qinghai University of Technology

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What classification does Qinghai's 2022 Human Development Index (HDI) of 0.719 receive?

Answer: High

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What is the general trend of educational attainment for ethnic minorities in Qinghai compared to the provincial average?

Answer: Significantly lower

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What is the significance of the Qinghai-Tibet Railway as described in the source?

Answer: It is one of the most ambitious infrastructure projects in PRC history.

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Key Natural and Cultural Sites

The Sanjiangyuan National Nature Reserve protects the headwaters of the Yellow, Yangtze, and Mekong rivers.

Answer: True

Explanation: The Sanjiangyuan National Nature Reserve is vital for safeguarding the sources of the Yellow, Yangtze, and Mekong rivers.

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The legend of King Mu pursuing nomads into eastern Qinghai is associated with the Kunlun Mountains.

Answer: True

Explanation: The legend of King Mu of Zhou's pursuit of nomads into eastern Qinghai is notably associated with the Kunlun Mountains.

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The Dongguan Mosque in Qinghai has been in continuous operation since its establishment in 1380.

Answer: True

Explanation: The Dongguan Mosque in Qinghai has maintained continuous operation since its founding in 1380.

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What is the primary ecological significance of the Sanjiangyuan National Nature Reserve?

Answer: Protecting the headwaters of the Yellow, Yangtze, and Mekong rivers.

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The legend of King Mu of Zhou, associated with Qinghai, involves him meeting which mythical figure?

Answer: Xi Wangmu (Queen Mother of the West)

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What historical significance does the Dongguan Mosque hold?

Answer: It has been in continuous operation since 1380.

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