UNIT TEST SOUTH ASIA GRADE 6

English is one language spoken in South Asia due to

• war with the U.S.

• trade with Australia

• Spanish missionaries

• British colonization

Which physical feature protects the northern border of India from foreign invasion?

• Himalaya Mountains

• Gobi Desert

• Yellow River

• Atlantic Ocean

He is recognized as one of the twentieth century’s greatest political and spiritual leaders. He led the fight for independence from the British empire and organized several non-violent civil disobedience campaigns. Who is being described?

• Mother Teresa

• Mohandas Ghandi

• Nelson Mandela

• Martin Luther King Jr.

What are the major religions associated with South Asia? Select THREE correct answers.

• Vaisakhi

• Buddhism

• Diwali

• Hinduism

• Sikhism

The delta of the Ganges River has been an area where people settle, because

• the area produces rich farmlands

• it provides protection from invaders

• it is required by the government

• freedom of religion is allowed there

With over 7 million annual visitors, (a)   is considered one of the world’s most famous pieces of architecture. The building, made out of white marble, was constructed in memory of the emperor’s deceased wife. This building is considered as one of the “Seven Wonders of the World” and is located in the country of . Complete the sentences by selecting the correct answers. 9. The best selection is - A. the Sistine Chapel B. the Taj Mahal C. the White House D. Christ the RedeemerI

• the Taj Mahal
• the White House

• Christ the Redeemer

• the Sistine Chapel

What title best replaces the question mark?

• Freedom of religion

• Protection from Cruel and Unusual Punishment

• Freedom of speech

• Abolishment of slavery

Small scale industries in India where people produce items such as cotton clothing and carpets in their homes is known as -

• cottage industries

• electronic industries

• hospitality industries

• construction industries

The table above demonstrates that in India -

• the overall quality of public education is low

• more females can read than males

• the quality of education is the same as the U.S.

• more females complete school than males

With the exception of India, most South Asian countries’ economies are -

• free enterprise

• command

• traditional

• republics