WorksheetsGeography of South Asia
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 15mins
Why are the Himalayas important in controlling weather and global climate?
It blocks the severely cold winds from the North
It absorbs the carbon dioxide from the atmosphere
It regulates the monsoon season in the entire subcontinent
All of the above
None of the options
Identify the South Asian country:
Bhutan
Nepal
Pakistan
Bangladesh
Which of the following is a capital city in South Asia?
Bangkok
Kathmandu
Vientiane
Tokyo
Why are the Northern Plains more populated than other regions in South Asia?
People settled there to avoid conflict from other areas
People could practice agriculture and other industries in the plains
People chose to settle here as it has the main religious centers for Hinduism, Buddhism, and Islam
Which of the following countries IS NOT part of South Asia?
Pakistan
Bhutan
China
India
Which of the following bodies of water DOES NOT surround, or IS NOT located near, South Asia?
Indian Ocean
Bay of Bengal
Atlantic Ocean
Arabian Sea
What physical features is #3?
Indian Ocean
Indus River
Deccan Plateau
Himalaya Mountains
Mt. ____________ is the tallest mountain in the world and is located in the country of ____________.
Everest, India
Fuji, Japan
Kilimanjaro, Kenya
Everest, Nepal
Which of the following separates South Asia from the rest of Asia?
oceans
mountains
alluvial plain
coast line
The Himalayan Mountains acted as a barrier for India. How did this impact the people in India?
Helped protect them from invasions but also separated them from the outside world.
Helped improve communication and spread new ideas with Asia and Europe
Helped build relationships with the government and military.
Helped make traveling easier to trade with the rest of Asia.
What was the major reason for the catastrophic event depicted in the photos?
earthquake
volcanic eruption
monsoon
erosion
What country is this?
India
Nepal
Bhutan
Sri Lanka
Which river is considered the lifeline of Pakistan due to its importance in agriculture and economy?
A) Ganges
B) Indus
C) Brahmaputra
D) Yamuna
What is the primary reason for the formation of the Thar Desert in South Asia?
A) Overgrazing by livestock
B) High temperatures and low rainfall
C) Deforestation
D) Proximity to the Himalayas
Which South Asian country is known for having the highest density of population in the world?
A) India
B) Bangladesh
C) Sri Lanka
D) Nepal
