Why Did South Asians Migrate to Fiji

question 39

Multiple Choice

Why did South Asians migrate to Fiji?

• A) They had committed crimes in India, and came as prisoners.
• B) They came to fill labor shortages in the sugarcane fields
• C) They came to colonize Fiji.
• D) They were fleeing civil war in India.
• E) They came as a result of a government policy in India to relieve overcrowding.

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Definitions:

Sympathetic Nervous System

Part of the autonomic nervous system that prepares the body for 'fight or flight' responses during stressful situations.

Adrenal Glands

Endocrine glands located above the kidneys that produce various hormones including adrenaline and cortisol, which help regulate metabolism, immune system, blood pressure, and stress responses.

General Adaptation Syndrome

A model outlining how stress impacts the body, initially activating the fight-or-flight response followed by adaptation if exposure is prolonged, and ultimately, potential exhaustion or disease.

Exhaustion Stage

The final stage of the general adaptation syndrome, where the body’s resources are depleted leading to decreased resistance to stress and potential health issues.