S E Asia Geography Test Review

Front

What geographical feature forms the northern border of India and creates a natural barrier to invasion?

Back

The Himalayas

Front

Which river in India is an important water source and considered sacred to the Hindu people?

Back

Ganges

Front

Approximately how many people rely on the Ganges River for drinking, bathing, cooking, and transportation?

Back

Over 400 million

Front

Which country is passing laws that ban basement apartments due to the dangers caused by flooding?

Back

South Korea

Front

Which of the following is NOT a cause of pollution of the Ganges River? Human waste, Agricultural waste, Yellow silt, Industrial waste

Back

Yellow silt

Front

What do cities along the Ganges River do that contributes to its pollution?

Back

They pour millions of gallons of sewage into the river.

Front

Air pollution in China can result in the formation of ________________ which can damage buildings.

Back

acid rain

Front

According to Hindu beliefs, what ensures a peaceful journey to the next life? Options: Sailing the Ganges, Drinking water from the Ganges, Scattering ashes in the Ganges, Crossing the Ganges

Back

Scattering ashes in the Ganges

Front

Why do some people place bodies in the Ganges instead of cremating them?

Back

Due to poverty and the high cost of cremation

Front

What is the Ganges River highly polluted with?

Back

Dangerous bacteria