CHAPTER TEST SOUTH ASIA

The largest country in South Asia is _____.

• 1.  A.Pakistan

• 1.  B.Nepal

• 1.  C.India

• 1.  D.Bangladesh

The Indus River flows southward through Pakistan to the _____.

1.  

• 1. A.Bay of Bengal

• 1.  B.Arabian Sea

• 1.  C.Indian Ocean

• 1.  D.Ganges River

Which term refers to a small, ring-shaped island?

• 1.  A.alluvial plain

• 1.  B.delta

• 1.  C.atoll

• 1.  D.archipelago

Much of South Asia's climate is a result of seasonal wind patterns called _____.

• 1.  A.northerlies

• 1.  B.monsoons

      

• 1. C.cyclones

• 1.  D.siroccos

Winds from the _____ carry moisture inland, bringing heavy rains and flooding to the region.

• 1.  A.Indian Ocean

• 1.  B.Bay of Bengal

• 1.  C.Arabian Sea

• 1.  D.Hindu Kush

Which country in South Asia has most of the region's mineral resources?

• 1.  A.Nepal

• 1.  B.Pakistan

• 1.  C.Maldives

• 1.  D.India

How do the annual monsoon rains affect the environment of South Asia?

• A. Monsoons bring steady rain to the region all year long.

• B. The mountains in the north keep the rains from reaching South Asia’s east coast

• C. Southwest winds from the Indian Ocean bring light rain along the west coast.

• D. The rains cause flooding, but help the region grow enough food for its people.

. What is the main reason that some South Asians oppose projects like the Narmada River dam?

• A. Flooding will displace people and destroy ecosystems

• . B. Boating and shipping will be greatly restricted.

• C. Those living below the dam will be in harm’s way should the dam break.

• D. Building the dam will cost too much.

Which statement accurately describes the location of South Asian natural resources?

• A. All of South Asia’s petroleum reserves are offshore in the Arabian Sea.

• B. Important timber resources include teak, sal, and sandalwood.

• C. Sri Lanka has fine gemstones and large quantities of graphite.

• D. Pakistan has most of South Asia’s mineral resources.

Based on the maps, what can be said in general about the amount of rainfall in South Asia?

• A. Pakistan has more rain from November to March.

• B. Sri Lanka never has less than 20 inches (50 cm) of rain.

• C. Most of South Asia has less rain from November to March.

• D. No part of India ever has more than 60 inches (150 cm) of rain.