The Journey of Rivers From Source to Mouth

The video tutorial explains the journey of a river from its source to its mouth. It covers the differences between snow-fed and rain-fed rivers, the process of river erosion, and the formation of tributaries. The video also discusses how rivers behave in plains, the role of silt in making land fertile, and the formation of deltas and estuaries. Examples of notable rivers and geographical features are provided to illustrate these concepts.

What is the starting point of a river called?

• Estuary

• Mouth

• Delta

• Source

How are snow-fed rivers formed?

• From rainwater

• From underground springs

• From melting snow in mountains

• From ocean currents

What is a characteristic of rain-fed rivers?

• They are always found in deserts

• They rely on rainfall

• They originate from glaciers

• They flow into estuaries

What are smaller rivers that join a main river called?

• Deltas

• Tributaries

• Streams

• Estuaries

What is the term for fine soil carried by rivers?

• Sand

• Gravel

• Silt

• Clay

What happens to a river during monsoons?

• It dries up completely

• It overflows its banks

• It freezes

• It changes direction

What is formed when a river deposits silt at its mouth?

• A canyon

• A delta

• A plateau

• A waterfall

What is the mouth of a river that flows in a continuous stream called?

• Source

• Tributary

• Estuary

• Delta

Which river is an example of a snow-fed river?

• Ganga

• Amazon

• Nile

• Godavari

Where are the highest waterfalls in India located?

• Karnataka

• Western Ghats

• Himalayas

• Rajasthan