Unit 9: South Asia

An earthquake takes place in which sphere?

(a)  

• atmosphere
• lithosphere
• biosphere
• hydrosphere

Which physical process is most responsible for the geographic formations in the northern Indian subcontinent?

(a)  

• hydrologic cycle
• tectonic forces
• weathering
• deposition

Which statement accurately describes monsoons in India?

• Summer monsoons bring heavy rainfall, while winter monsoons bring dry weather.

• Monsoons bring heavy rainfall in all seasons in India.

• Winter monsoons bring heavy rainfall, while summer monsoons are fairly dry.

• Monsoons only affect the coastal regions of the Indian subcontinent.

Founded in the 15th century by Guru Nanak Dev, which religion of India believes in one god and reincarnation?

(a)  

• Islam
• Buddhism
• Jainism
• Sikhism

Which are characteristics of Buddhism?

(a)  

• 1, 2, 4, 5
• 1, 2, 3, 4
• 1, 2, 3, 5
• 1, 2, 4, 6

How did geography contribute to the placement of India's northern border?

• North of the border is too cold to easily support life.

• The Ganges River is a natural boundary between India and China.

• Nepal contains few resources of interest to India or China.

• The mountains form a natural boundary between India and other countries.

Which of the following makes Nepal and Bhutan different from other South Asian countries?

(a)  

• They are monarchies.
• They are primarily Jain.
• They are landlocked.
• They are both islands.

Based on Hindu beliefs, which cultural practice of India is still followed by many despite being outlawed in 1947?

(a)  

• caste system
• reincarnation
• holy wars
• arranged marriages

Which title BEST fits for these presentation slides?

• New Designs of Indian Architecture

• Changing Cultural Institutions of South Asia

• Climate Changes Due to Human Interactions

• Cultural Changes Due to the Physical Environment

Why is the region of Kashmir a source of conflict among nations of South Asia?

• It is the only region dominated by Sikhs.

• It is an extremely poor region that often faces natural disasters.

• Its people are predominantly Islamic, though controlled by India.

• Its people are predominantly Hindu, surrounded by an Islamic nation.