https://padlet.com/alexanderyang2025/vb6agp77jfkl Made with grapes en-us 2019-10-10 14:16:04 UTC 2025-04-19 17:45:58 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet-uploads.storage.googleapis.com/131426672/cf920761d006fd3c696a973cbeec53c5/yeet.jpg alexanderyang2025 https://padlet.com/alexanderyang2025/vb6agp77jfkl/wish/396174359    Papua New Guinea is covered in lush rainforests, mountain ranges and beaches of all varieties. Ash, sand as well as mangrove beaches can all be found in Papua New Guinea. There are many winding rivers to be found all over. In addition, there are many small islands off the coast that are part of Papua New Guinea. They have similar features like unique beaches and large rainforests.]]> 2019-10-10 14:19:43 UTC https://padlet.com/alexanderyang2025/vb6agp77jfkl/wish/396174359 alexanderyang2025 https://padlet.com/alexanderyang2025/vb6agp77jfkl/wish/396174438 Wet and dry season can be problematic for many. Drought and floods are devastating for those in the highlands. On the left there are pictures of the soil moisture  across the country and images of areas during the dry season. On the left, are soil moisture graphics and images of areas the wet season. As you can see it can vary from extreme drought to extensive floods. 

]]> 2019-10-10 14:19:50 UTC https://padlet.com/alexanderyang2025/vb6agp77jfkl/wish/396174438 alexanderyang2025 https://padlet.com/alexanderyang2025/vb6agp77jfkl/wish/396180352 There are many different and unique religions in Papua New Guinea. There are 5 prominent religions in Papua New Guinea. There are also some other more interesting religions with no known names. They involve traditional practices like magic, spells and rituals. They are typically practiced in indigenous villages in the mountains. ]]> 2019-10-10 14:27:28 UTC https://padlet.com/alexanderyang2025/vb6agp77jfkl/wish/396180352 alexanderyang2025 https://padlet.com/alexanderyang2025/vb6agp77jfkl/wish/396181267 Many common holidays are practiced in Papua New Guinea, like Christmas, Easter, and New years day. They also practice the Queen’s birthday, which changes every time a new queen is crowned. They also celebrate their independence every year on September 16. They also have varying religious holiday based on their beliefs. 

]]> 2019-10-10 14:28:09 UTC https://padlet.com/alexanderyang2025/vb6agp77jfkl/wish/396181267 alexanderyang2025 https://padlet.com/alexanderyang2025/vb6agp77jfkl/wish/396181860 Many everyday things like medicine and vaccines are commonplace in America. However in Papua New Guinea many people die from vaccine-preventable diseases each year. They have, however, been able to get people with medical background and proper materials over to help aid those in need. They have also given aid to families with malnourished children and given them the proper resources for good childcare. ]]> 2019-10-10 14:28:43 UTC https://padlet.com/alexanderyang2025/vb6agp77jfkl/wish/396181860 alexanderyang2025 https://padlet.com/alexanderyang2025/vb6agp77jfkl/wish/396181975 In 1975, Papua New Guinea became an independent nation, declaring indepence from Austrailia. Britain originally had control before they handed the country over to Austrailia in 1906. They occupied it during the first world war. However, during the second world war, the Japanese took over the island as well as many others near it. After many allied victories however, the island returned to Australian control. On September 16, 1975  Papua New Guineans declared independence from the occupied country of Australia.

]]> 2019-10-10 14:28:53 UTC https://padlet.com/alexanderyang2025/vb6agp77jfkl/wish/396181975 alexanderyang2025 https://padlet.com/alexanderyang2025/vb6agp77jfkl/wish/396183541 The Papua New Guinean government is almost identical to that of U.K. They have a constitutional monarchy/ Parliamentary democracy. This means that they have a parliament and a prime minister. In Papua New Guinea, the Queen of England is a head of state and selects the length of the prime minister’s term.  The party with the majority party or coalition in Parliament selects the next Prime Minister. 

]]> 2019-10-10 14:30:34 UTC https://padlet.com/alexanderyang2025/vb6agp77jfkl/wish/396183541 alexanderyang2025 https://padlet.com/alexanderyang2025/vb6agp77jfkl/wish/396183641 There many different laws in Papua New Guinea than the U.S. For example, any homosexual act is punished with up to 14 years in prison if you are found guilty. In addition, you cannot enter the country with fruit, vegetables, or animal products. Similar to many countries though, murder is punished with death. 

]]> 2019-10-10 14:30:44 UTC https://padlet.com/alexanderyang2025/vb6agp77jfkl/wish/396183641 alexanderyang2025 https://padlet.com/alexanderyang2025/vb6agp77jfkl/wish/396184726 The Papua New Guinea Kina is not incredibly stable. About $1 USD is worth about $3.38 Kina. The GDP  per capita (as of 2017) is only $2,555.85. As of 2017, the total GDP of Papua New Guinea was $21.07 Billion USD. The Papua New Guinean Kina has an inflation rate of about 5.4% (2017) .  For comparison, the U.S dollar has an inflation rate of 2.1% (2017) (1.5% in 2019).

]]> 2019-10-10 14:32:10 UTC https://padlet.com/alexanderyang2025/vb6agp77jfkl/wish/396184726 alexanderyang2025 https://padlet.com/alexanderyang2025/vb6agp77jfkl/wish/396184930 The majority of Papua New Guineans are employed in agriculture, about 85%. In 2017, agricultural exports made up about 22.1% of the total GDP and supported about 80% of the total population. Papua New Guinea majorly exports gold, copper, palm oil and coffee. Their main export partners are Australia, Japan, Germany, China and Singapore. Papua New Guinea imports things like fuel, rice, vehicles, machinery and equipment.

]]> 2019-10-10 14:32:24 UTC https://padlet.com/alexanderyang2025/vb6agp77jfkl/wish/396184930 alexanderyang2025 https://padlet.com/alexanderyang2025/vb6agp77jfkl/wish/396186191 Many people who live in the highlands rely on their extended family to help care for those who are sick or the young ones who are not old enough to be alone. Another common practice in the highlands is the separation of the men from the women and children. This however, is seen being practiced less and less. 

]]> 2019-10-10 14:34:04 UTC https://padlet.com/alexanderyang2025/vb6agp77jfkl/wish/396186191 alexanderyang2025 https://padlet.com/alexanderyang2025/vb6agp77jfkl/wish/396186518 Recreation in Papua New Guinea is very similar to that of the U.K or Australia and even the U.S. They have many professional sports leagues for a variety of sports like rugby, football (soccer), cricket, softball, basketball, and volleyball. In addition, candidates who are running for Parliament may sponsor certain sports team across the country. Many people will spend time with their families and do things like go to the park or barbeque. They may also vacation abroad or to visit relatives.

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