South Asia - Monsoons & The Ganges River

Which country is not part of South Asia?

• Nepal

• Bhutan

• Thailand

• Sri Lanka

During which months does the South Asian monsoon season typically occur?

• June to September

• December to March

• April to July

• October to January

What is the primary cause of the South Asian monsoon?

• Ocean currents

• Temperature differences between the land and the ocean

• Earth's rotation

• High altitude of the Himalayas

Which river is considered the most sacred in Hinduism?

• Indus

• Brahmaputra

• Ganges

• Yamuna

What is the main source of pollution in the Ganges River?

• Oil spills

• Agricultural runoff

• Industrial waste

• Sewage discharge

How does the Ganges River impact agriculture in the region?

• Provides irrigation

• Causes soil erosion

• Leads to desertification

• Decreases soil fertility

Which is not a city that is located on the banks of the Ganges River?

• Mumbai

• Varanasi

• Kolkata

• Delhi

What is the approximate length of the Ganges River?

• 1,560 miles

• 2,510 miles

• 1,980 miles

• 2,525 miles

Which country does the Ganges River not flow through?

• India

• Nepal

• Bangladesh

• Myanmar

What is a significant human impact on the Ganges River?

• Overfishing

• Deforestation along its banks

• Construction of dams and barrages

• All of the above