Geography and History of the Indian Subcontinent

Why is India's winter monsoon season dry and cool?

• Due to high humidity

• Because of the Himalayas blocking cold air

• Due to heavy rainfall

What mountain range lies to the north of the Indian subcontinent?

• Andes

• Rockies

• Himalayas

How were the cities of Harappa and Mohenjo-Daro similar?

• Both were located in Egypt

• Both had advanced urban planning

• Both were capitals of India

What is the definition of "Climate"?

• A large landmass that juts out from a continent

• Weather pattern with wind systems reverse directions depending on season

• Average weather conditions of an area over a long period of time

What is the definition of "Monsoon"?

• A large landmass that juts out from a continent

• Weather pattern with wind systems reverse directions depending on season

• More than what is needed or expected

What is the definition of "Subcontinent"?

• A large landmass that juts out from a continent

• Average weather conditions of an area over a long period of time

• More than what is needed or expected

What is the definition of "Surplus"?

• Weather pattern with wind systems reverse directions depending on season

• Average weather conditions of an area over a long period of time

• More than what is needed or expected

What is the definition of "Indus River"?

• One of the Earth’s largest rivers, over 1800 miles long

• Largest country in South Asia

• Earth’s highest mountain range

What is the definition of "Ganges River"?

• One of the earth’s largest rivers 1800 miles long

• Earth’s highest mountain range

• Considered sacred to Hindus and is used for spiritual cleansing

What is the definition of "India"?

• One of the earth’s largest rivers 1800 miles long

• Largest country in South Asia

• Earth’s highest mountain range