Geography of India

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The __________was India’s first civilization.

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Harappan Civilization

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Ancient writings known as the _______________ are collections of poems, hymns, myths, and rituals.

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Vedas

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The ________________, which are located in northern India, are the highest mountains in the world.

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Himalayas

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The leader of each village was given the title of ___________________.

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Raja

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The __________ were invaders from Central Asia who may have helped end the _______________.

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Aryans; Harappan civilization

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___________________ was the language of the ___________________.

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Sanskrit was the language of the Aryans.

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A ___________________ is usually separated from the rest of the continent by physical features, such as mountains.

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Subcontinent

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In the summer ___________________ winds blow into India from the ocean, bringing heavy rains that can cause terrible floods.

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Monsoon

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Like other ancient societies, Indian civilization first developed along a river.

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Many geographers call India a subcontinent because it is separated from the rest of its continent by physical features.

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true