What is a subcontinent?

• A small country located within a continent

• A large landmass smaller than a continent and juts out from a continent

• A type of climate found in Asia

• A mountain range in southern Asia

Which ocean does India extend into from southern Asia?

• Pacific Ocean

• Atlantic Ocean

• Arctic Ocean

• Indian Ocean

How are subcontinents usually separated from continents?

• Politically

• By oceans

• By physical features

• By cultural differences

Which modern-day country is the Indus River located in?

• India

• Bangladesh

• Pakistan

• Nepal

What geographic feature is essential for the success of ancient civilizations according to the image?

• Mountains

• Deserts

• River Valleys

• Forests

Which civilization developed in the Indus River Valley?

• Mesopotamian Civilization

• Egyptian Civilization

• Roman Civilization

• The first Indian Civilization

What is the name of the river after which India is named?

• Ganges

• Yamuna

• Brahmaputra

• Indus

What causes flooding in some areas of India?

• Heavy industrialization

• Monsoons

• Deforestation

• Overpopulation

What are monsoons?

• Hot dry winds that cause droughts

• Cold winds that bring snow

• Seasonal wind patterns that cause wet and dry seasons

• Constant rainfalls throughout the year

How many seasons does India have?

• Two

• Four

• Three

• One