Welcome to South Asia!

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Why is India considered a subcontinent?

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It is a large and distinct landmass, separated from the rest of Asia by the Himalayas.

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What continent is India in?

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Asia

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The Taj Mahal is one of India’s most famous landmarks. It is covered in white marble on the outside. True or False?

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True

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The river Ganges is the longest river in India. True or False?

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True

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The Himalayas is the highest mountain range in the world. Part of the Himalayas is in India. True or False?

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True

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What is South Asia called because it is a large landmass connected to but separated from the rest of Asia by a huge mountain range?

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Subcontinent

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South Asia got separated from the rest of Asia by which mountain range?

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Himalayas

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Fill in the blank: Millions of years ago, plate _______ caused a smaller land plate to break off and collide with a larger one.

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tectonics

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What is the tallest mountain on Earth?

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Mount Everest

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Why do the Himalayas act as a natural barrier?

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They are very high and difficult to cross.