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which one fits your county best- if at all.
 * Full name of country and abbreviation.
 * Uskomex (UKM)**
 * Background and short history. Look at the four theories of state and detail
 * Uskomex was founded in 1955 after a war against China. The country of Mexico and the U.S. formed as allies during the war, that lasted for a whole year, in order to overthrow the dictators. In the end we won the war against China dictators and their land became ours. We were originally a large group of foreigners who disliked dictatorship, but we decided to set our differences and become an alliance to create China as a new country together. The people decided that it would be named Uskomex, a country based on the Democratic and Republican political views.**
 * Any other items of national pride, i.e. national anthem, tree, flower, bird, etc.
 * Bird: Blue Jay - Represents clarity, purity, truth, vision, soul, and heart**
 * Flower: Sampaguita - Represents peace**
 * Tree Lluvatar - It's shape symbolizes our country's strength and unity.**


 * DUE MARCH 3RD- 10 POINTS**


 * Location—description & coordinates
 * Uskomex takes the place of China; it's the same size and in the same place. The coordinates are 35 Degrees North & 105 Degrees East.**
 * Map it!
 * On map- include Capital city and at least 5 major cities.
 * Capital: Dobaishingi**
 * Major Cities: Bibay, Shinae, Tupat, Be-a-sti, & Supa-Juni**
 * Size—use comparison (compared to a state in U.S. or region in U.S., etc.)
 * It's the exact same size as China. It is about the same size as the USA.**
 * Climate (should match longitude and latitude location)
 * In the Winter, it's Arctic temperature. In the Summer, the heat is unbearable; near 30 Degrees Celsius.**
 * Terrain (Mountainous? Flat? Desert? Jungle?, etc.)
 * Uskomex has a wide range of beautiful scenery. There's the Central Uplands & Blue Pale Rain Forest which is in the capital city. Bibay has the Bibay Highlands & Uplands. In Be-a-sti, there's the Eastern Highlands & Lowlands. The Siqowah Basin is in Tupat along with theSouthern Uplands.**
 * Natural Resources (at least 3, no more than 5)
 * Uskomex produces oil, rice, green tea, grapes, and gold. Oil & Gold are most common in the major cities, Shinae & Bibay. Rice is commonly found in Supa-Juni. Green tea & grapes comes from the famous Blue Pale Rain Forest in Dobaishingi.**
 * Arable Land/amount of land that can be farmed (by %)
 * 35% of Uskumexan land is used for farming while 65% is used for capital.**
 * Environmental Issues (must have and describe at least 2)
 * Pollution is one of the larger problems in Uskomex. Because oil is one of our natural resources, we have had oil spills before which have caused some of the water to become polluted. Also, gas from cars and loitering hurt our economy and it is the cause of the increase in temperature during the hot summers.**
 * DUE MARCH 3RD- 20 POINTS**


 * Total Population:
 * 1,336,718,016**
 * Average Age:
 * total:35.5 years**
 * male:34.9 years**
 * female: 36.2 years**
 * % of people in urban areas:
 * urban population: 47% of total population**
 * rate of urbanization: 23.3% annual rate of change**
 * Nationality (what are your people called?)

Uskomexan
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 * Religion(s)
 * Traditional dress/clothing

Uskomexans traditional clothing is called Hanbok. On a day-to-day basis, individuality is key. Fashion is a form of expression so there are very few barriers to what you can and cannot wear.

 * Food (most popular meals for all meal sittings)
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 * Grapes, white rice, and chocolate are the foods that are most popular during meals. These three aren't usually eaten in the same course. Grapes are usually eaten as a side in breakfast, white rice at lunch, and chocolate at dinner--they can be eaten whenever, though. Uskomexans eat a great deal of grapes because it helps prevent asthma, heart diseases, and migraines--and it's delicious. Chocolate is necessity for those who believe in Chocolism and others just enjoy eating it. White rice is eaten regularly because we produce loads of it.**
 * Major National Holidays (must have at least 2 and explain the origin of each)
 * Arrow Veto (April 18) - Described as the "best day of the year", Arrow Veto is the day where every good bought is tax free. Anything and everything bought on that day CANNOT be taxed. It was established in 1958 by Uskomex's first leader. This national holiday was the effect of a national refusal to pay taxes. This refusal or boycott lasted months and many scary antics took place during those months. At first, the leader ignored the acts thinking they would wear down, but when it only got worse, and so he gave in. The leader named it "Arrow Veto" because the people were aiming towards vetoing taxes like arrows.**
 * Chocolat ****(December 3) - This is one of the few religious** **holidays and originated in Southern Uskomex in 1957, but officially became a national holiday in 1960. This idea came from Chocolism because the religion was most common in the Southern region of Uskomex, at the time. Ever since 1957, every December 3rd, small groups of Chocolism believers would visit different neighborhoods all over Uskomex and speak about their religion and hand out chocolates. In modern days, the tradition has since changed. A whole festival is organized in the capital city and thousands of people show up to play games, eat chocolate, enjoy good chocolaty music, and have fun!**
 * Cultural Norms, Customs, and Taboos (must have at least 2 of each)
 * Cultural Norms - Uskomex is somewhere in the middle of formal and casual. When greeting someone, it's fine to give a hug, smile, or a hand hug. A hand hug is when two people put their hands together, completely vertical and wrap their thumbs around the other person's hand. Fashion trends in Uskomex are different according to region you're in. Cities like Shinae love wild, GaGa fashion. Be-a-sti residents are more into metallics and biker boots. Moving on to food, Uskomexan normal food is seafood. Uskomexans love caviar, shrimp, crab, etc. This country believes in respect, responsibility, and honor over anything else--this is the proper way to be raised. **
 * Customs - In doing a self introduction, it's perfectly fine to say your first name only. The neutral mentality of an Uskomexan is independence. One should learn how to be independent throughout their lifetime. In public affairs, it is considered impolite to speak openly and bluntly about private affairs. It's like Vegas: What happens there stays there; Uskomexans don't care. **
 * Taboos - Abortion, Pedophilia, and Incest are considered to be the biggest taboos, and are looked down upon in Uskomex. In posher areas like Dobaishingi, "The GaGa Instinct" is considered a taboo. Dobaishingi is the most modern, chic city in Uskomex when it comes to fashion and the economy. They believe in Gucci and Prada while communities like Shinae believes in Alexander McQueen and Anna Sui. It's basically Lady GaGa vs the Victoria Beckham.**


 * DUE MARCH 17TH- 20 POINTS**



and explanation. population numbers!) *GDP growth rate (is economy growing or slowing? At what rate from previous two years?) *Labor force by occupation (% agricultural; % industrial; % service)  *Unemployment rate  *% population below the poverty line  *Income distribution  *Inflation rate (compare to previous two years)  *Name of currency  *Exchange rate to US dollar  *Agricultural products (must have at least 3—must coincide with geography)  *Industries (must have at least 3—must coincide with natural resources)  *Major exports (must have at least 3—must coincide with agricultural and industrial production) *Major imports (must have at least 5)  *Main trading partners (must coincide with what you are exporting and importing)
 * Overview of economic system and current economic challenges (provide clear description
 * GDP (overall real GDP expressed in US dollars)
 * GDP per capita (also expressed in US dollars—make sure this coincides with your


 * DUE APRIL 10TH- 100 POINTS**



Executive: Legislative: are total numbers and why of participants? Judicial: Are there additional branches? If so- what are thy and how are they chosen? -Do a few dominate? If so- what are they? And why?
 * Government type (must match economic system)
 * Unitary or Federal power distribution?
 * Parliamentary or Presidential?
 * Subdivisions of Power (i.e. States/Providences/Parish)?
 * Current Govenment established in?
 * Legal System
 * Branches of Government?
 * How the election process occurs
 * How many? jobs/functions of each
 * How chosen?
 * Cabinet, if so who and what are the cabinet positions?
 * What political party is currently in power?
 * If there is a legislative body, detail what kind of house structure exists and what
 * What political party is currently in power?
 * How many chambers?
 * How are the courts structured?
 * Is there a court that has more power than the other?
 * Political Parties


 * DUE APRIL 21ST - 100 POINTS**

*Express all in dollars *Tax Revenue (broken down by types of taxes) *Spending (must coincide with revenue AND must coincide with economic/political system you chose) -Top 5 mandatory spending items -Top 5 discretionary spending items


 * DUE MAY 3RD- 50 POINTS**




 * Write a set of at least 10 rules/laws/standards of human right you desire for your country.


 * DUE MAY 9th- 50 POINTS**

*Must have at least 2—one political and one economic. Be sure to thoroughly explain the issue and the reasons for your country's position.


 * DUE MAY 9th- 30 POINTS**

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