Geography of South Asia

What is a subcontinent?

• A large landmass that is part of a continent

• A large area of forests that is below sea level

• A small area of jungle with a large population of exotic monkeys

• A large island with sharks and seals

In what area of the world is the Ganges and Indus River located?

• the Amazon

• the Indian subcontinent

• the Sahara desert

• the Antarctic peninsula

Which of the following oceans border the Indian subcontinent?

• Atlantic Ocean

• Indian Ocean

• Pacific Ocean

• Arctic Ocean

The movement of tectonic plates in India causes which of the following?

• Tsunamis

• Earthquakes

• Mt. Everest to grow

• Droughts

Deccan Plateau has the following:

• Located in much of southern and central India

• Typically dry climate

• Receives monsoon rains during the summertime

• Icebergs and glaciers

Where is the Indian Ocean located on the map above?

• Letter A

• Letter B

• Letter C

• Letter D

Which of the following areas is circled on the map above?

• the Indus River

• the Deccan Plateau

• the Thar Desert

• the Himalayan Mountains

Which letter on the map above represents the Indian Subcontinent?

• Letter A

• Letter B

• Letter C

• Letter D

Why do so many people in India and Bangladesh live by the Ganges River?

• It is the only area in these countries that receives rainfall.

• It provides water for farming and is used as a way to transport people and goods.

• The governments of these countries pay people to live near the river.

• Land by the river is cheaper to buy.

Which of the following countries IS NOT part of South Asia?

• Pakistan
• Bhutan
• China
• India