1. Tibet “The earth’s rooftop” Tibet “The roof of the world”

9. Tibet Tibet’s Flag

10. Tibet’s Food  Few vegetables can grow at such a high elevation  Tibetans drink Butter Tea, made of yak butter and tea, several times a day.

11. Environment Tibet is located on a plateau in the Himalayan mountain range. The climate is very dry

12. Religion Buddhism plays a huge role in Tibetan culture Prayer flags, prayer wheels and prayer beads are visible representations of these strong beliefs There are _____ monasteries in Tibet, places where students can learn the teachings of Buddhism.

13. The Dalai Lama The Dalai Lama is the religious and political leader of Tibet. The Dalai Lama remains the leader until death, when he is replaced by a child, who becomes the next Dalai Lama.

14. Government The Tibetan people are traditionally governed by a theocracy, or a religious government, headed by the Dalai Lama. However, in recent years, the Chinese government has put Tibet under military rule, limiting the freedoms of the Tibetan people.