South Asia study guide

What is the significance of the Ganges River according to Hindu religion?

• It is the longest river in South Asia.

• It is considered a holy river and a goddess.

• It is the main source of water for agriculture.

• It is the river where the Indus Valley civilization began.

What is the Himalayas' role in the climate of India?

• They provide a natural border between India and China.

• They are the source of major rivers in India.

• They block cold air from the north, keeping India cool year-round.

• They are the main source of monsoon rains in India.

Which of the following is a common belief in both Hinduism and Buddhism?

• The cow is sacred.

• Belief in reincarnation.

• Many gods.

• The Eight Fold Path.

What is the caste system?

• A system of government in South Asia.

• A hierarchy of social groups based on wealth.

• A hierarchy of organizing people into social groups based on their job.

• A religious congregation in Hinduism.

Which river was home to the first Indian civilization?

• Ganges River

• Brahmaputra River

• Indus River

• Yamuna River

What is the tallest mountain in the Himalayas?

• K2

• Kangchenjunga

• Lhotse

• Mt. Everest

What are the effects of the monsoon in South Asia?

• It brings dry weather and drought.

• It provides drinking water and irrigation for crops, but also causes destruction and flooding.

• It leads to cold weather and snow.

• It has no significant impact on the region.

Who colonized India?

• France

• Portugal

• The Netherlands

• Great Britain

What is colonization defined as in the context of the image?

• The act of establishing a new city

• The act of a stronger country ruling over a weaker country

• The process of industrialization in a country

• The act of a country gaining independence

What was one of the positives of colonization mentioned in the image?

• Decreased literacy rate

• Small number of schools and universities

• Large railroad

• Respect toward Indian culture