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What is meant by the geographical identity of Sri Lanka?
The features that are unique to Sri Lanka compared with other countries
Sri Lanka’s official flag and national anthem
The country’s current government policies
Popular tourist attractions only
According to the latitudes, where is Sri Lanka located?
Near the equator, in the tropical zone
Near the Arctic Circle, in the polar zone
Along the Tropic of Cancer, in the temperate zone
South of the Antarctic Circle, in the frigid zone
Briefly explain the climatic zone where Sri Lanka is located.
Between the Tropic of Cancer and the Tropic of Capricorn, within the tropical climatic zone
Between the Arctic Circle and the Antarctic Circle, within the polar climatic zone
Between 30° and 60° latitudes, within the temperate climatic zone
Exactly on the Prime Meridian, within the equatorial rain shadow
Show those climatic zones using a diagram of a model earth globe. Which set of lines/zones should be labeled on the globe to represent Sri Lanka’s climatic setting?
Equator, Tropic of Cancer, Tropic of Capricorn, and the tropical zone
Prime Meridian, International Date Line, and the temperate zone
Arctic Circle, Antarctic Circle, and the polar zone
Subtropical Highs, Polar Front, and the westerlies
Is Sri Lanka positioned in the Northern Hemisphere or the Southern Hemisphere?
Northern Hemisphere
Southern Hemisphere
Both hemispheres
It lies exactly on the equator and in neither hemisphere
Name the continent Sri Lanka belongs to.
Asia
Europe
Africa
Australia
Which side of the continent of Asia is Sri Lanka located on?
South of the continent of Asia
North of the continent of Asia
East of the continent of Asia
West of the continent of Asia
What is the nearest country to Sri Lanka?
India
Indonesia
Maldives
Bangladesh
What is the strait that divides Sri Lanka and India?
Palk Strait
Malacca Strait
Bab-el-Mandeb
Lombok Strait
What is meant by relative position?
Showing the location of a country based on the lands and oceans in its immediate surroundings
Measuring a country’s size using latitude and longitude
Describing a country’s climate using wind belts
Explaining how far a country is from the equator in kilometers
State the relative position of Sri Lanka. Select all statements that form part of Sri Lanka’s relative position.
North of Sri Lanka – Continent of Asia
East of Sri Lanka – South-East Asian countries
South of Sri Lanka – Indian Ocean
West of Sri Lanka – Continent of Africa
North of Sri Lanka – Atlantic Ocean
Name the ocean where Sri Lanka is located.
Indian Ocean
Pacific Ocean
Atlantic Ocean
Arctic Ocean
Name the islands located in the Indian Ocean. Select all that apply.
Sri Lanka
Andaman Islands
Maldives
Nicobar Islands
Lakshadweep Islands
Name three benefits of Sri Lanka being located near India. Select all correct benefits.
Buddhism was introduced to Sri Lanka from India
Various trade items were brought from India
The tradition related to the coronation of ancient Sinhala kings was introduced from India
Sri Lanka experiences heavy snowfall in winter
Sri Lanka gained direct access to the Atlantic Ocean
What is meant by absolute position?
Showing the location of a country with reference to longitudes and latitudes
Describing the country using neighboring seas and lands
Explaining the altitude of the highest mountain
Measuring distance from the equator in miles
State the absolute position of Sri Lanka.
Between 5°55′–9°51′ North latitudes and 79°41′–81°53′ East longitudes
Between 15°–20° North latitudes and 70°–75° East longitudes
Between 0°–5° South latitudes and 60°–65° East longitudes
Between 30°–35° North latitudes and 90°–95° East longitudes
What is the length and width of Sri Lanka?
Length: Point Pedro to Dondra Head (432 km); Width: Colombo to Sangamankanda (224 km)
Length: Kandy to Jaffna (500 km); Width: Galle to Trincomalee (300 km)
Length: Colombo to Galle (150 km); Width: Colombo to Kandy (120 km)
Length: Mannar to Batticaloa (600 km); Width: Puttalam to Hambantota (350 km)
What is the total area of Sri Lanka?
65,610 km^2
120,000 km^2
45,000 km^2
80,500 km^2
What is meant by the territorial sea boundary?
The area of the ocean under a country’s control, including waters near the coastline that extend outward for a certain distance
A line dividing two cities within the same country
A boundary marking a country’s highest mountain range
The zone where only fishing is allowed
Draw the diagram of the maritime boundary (identical boundary) of Sri Lanka. Based on the diagram, which sequence correctly lists the zones from the coast outward with their typical extents?
Internal waters; Territorial Sea (12 nm); Contiguous Zone (24 nm); Exclusive Economic Zone (200 nm); Continental Shelf
Internal waters; Exclusive Economic Zone (200 nm); Territorial Sea (12 nm); Contiguous Zone (24 nm); Continental Shelf
Territorial Sea (24 nm); Contiguous Zone (12 nm); Exclusive Economic Zone (100 nm); Continental Shelf
Internal waters; High Seas; Territorial Sea; Exclusive Economic Zone only
Mark True or False: Sri Lanka is located entirely within the Tropical Zone, between the Tropic of Cancer and the Tropic of Capricorn.
True
False
Mark True or False: The Palk Strait separates Sri Lanka from the Maldives.
True
False
Mark True or False: Sri Lanka’s territorial sea limit extends 24 nautical miles from its coast according to the International Convention of the Sea.
True
False
Mark True or False: The central hills of Sri Lanka are defined as areas above 300 meters in elevation.
True
False
Mark True or False: Sri Lanka experiences a distinct winter season with temperatures dropping below 10°C.
True
False
Mark True or False: The Exclusive Economic Zone of Sri Lanka is located within its territorial sea limit.
True
False
Mark True or False: Grasslands and patanas in Sri Lanka are found in areas with high altitude and changes in rainfall and temperature.
True
False
Mark True or False: A tourist can experience variations in relief, climate, and vegetation cover within a distance of about 70 kilometers when traveling from the coast to the interior.
True
False
Mark True or False: Sri Lanka is closer to the Indian subcontinent than to the continent of Africa.
True
False
Mark True or False: The Andaman Islands, Nicobar Islands, and Lakshadweep Islands are all located in the Atlantic Ocean.
True
False
Answer the following: Name different races that live in Sri Lankan society.
Sinhalese, Tamils, Moors, and Burghers
Sinhalese, Tamils, Veddas, and Dutch
Tamils, Moors, Malays, and Burghers
Sinhalese, Tamils, Moors, and Malays
Answer the following: State separately the religions followed by the different nationalities in Sri Lanka.
Buddhism, Hinduism, Islam, and Christianity
Buddhism, Christianity, Sikhism, and Judaism
Hinduism, Islam, Jainism, and Buddhism
Islam, Christianity, Zoroastrianism, and Buddhism
Answer the following: Which race does the majority of people in Sri Lanka belong to?
Sinhalese
Tamils
Moors
Burghers
Answer the following: What is the prominent religion in Sri Lanka?
Buddhism
Hinduism
Islam
Christianity
Answer the following: Why is Sri Lanka known as a country with multi-racial and multi-religious culture?
It has many different races and religions living together.
It has a single race and one main religion only.
It has no religious practices.
It is geographically isolated from other countries.
Answer the following: Name the two main categories into which the cultural heritages can be divided.
Tangible heritages and intangible heritages
Modern heritages and ancient heritages
National heritages and local heritages
Religious heritages and secular heritages
Answer the following: What is meant by the tangible heritage?
Something we can physically touch or store
Ideas, beliefs, and traditions that cannot be touched
Natural scenery such as mountains and rivers
Digital records accessible only online
Name the four main ethnic groups mentioned in the social community of Sri Lanka.
Sinhalese, Tamils, Moors, and Burghers
Sinhalese, Tamils, Vedda, and Europeans
Tamils, Moors, Malays, and Dutch
Sinhalese, Portuguese, Tamils, and Malays
What are the two main types of national heritages?
Tangible heritages and intangible heritages
Cultural heritages and religious heritages
Ancient heritages and modern heritages
Local heritages and global heritages
Which pair lists examples of tangible and intangible heritages of Sri Lanka?
Tangible: Sigiriya, Sinharaja Forest; Intangible: Hospitality, customs and manners
Tangible: Hospitality, customs and manners; Intangible: Sigiriya, Sinharaja Forest
Tangible: Galle Fort, Sacred City of Kandy; Intangible: National parks
Tangible: Schools and hospitals; Intangible: Roads and bridges
Why is Sri Lanka considered a multi-racial and multi-religious country?
Because it consists of different ethnic groups and people who follow various religions
Because it has only one ethnic group and one religion
Because it is surrounded by oceans on all sides
Because it has many mountains and forests
List three man-made world heritage sites in Sri Lanka.
Sacred City of Kandy, Sigiriya, and Galle Fort
Sinharaja Forest, Horton Plains, and Yala National Park
Mahiyanganaya, Dambana, and Hemanigala
Anuradhapura, Polonnaruwa, and Adam’s Peak only
Where do the indigenous people of Sri Lanka mainly live?
In areas like Mahiyanganaya, Dambana, and Hemanigala
In Colombo, Galle, and Kandy city centers
Along the coastal tourist resorts
On tea estates in the central highlands
Name three cultural festivals celebrated in Sri Lanka.
Wesak/Poson festival, Deepavali festival, and Sinhala and Tamil New Year
Christmas, Easter, and Halloween
Ramadan, Spring Festival, and Holi alone
Independence Day, Labor Day, and World Tourism Day
What is one example of how indigenous people are adapting to modern society?
They have joined the formal education system and are using modern electronic equipment
They have stopped all contact with other communities
They only rely on traditional hunting methods
They have moved exclusively to remote forests
What is the global identity Sri Lanka has gained through its world heritages?
It has become a recognized tourist destination and gained international recognition for its unique heritage sites
It is known mainly for manufacturing and heavy industry
It is recognized solely for its sports achievements
It is mostly known for being an agricultural exporter without heritage sites
Name 3 zones in Sri Lanka that can be divided according to its relief. Choose the set that correctly lists them.
Central hills, Intermediate zone, Coastal plain
Central plateau, Mid country, Seaboard
Northern highlands, Central valley, Coastal belt
Upland zone, Middle plains, Lowland coast
Mark on a model map of Sri Lanka the 3 main relief zones and their altitudes. Which altitude range correctly matches the Central hills?
Above 300 m
Between 30 m and 300 m
Below 30 m
Between 300 m and 600 m
Indicate separately in a table the different topographical features. Which group of features belongs to the Central hills?
Mountain ranges, plateaus, valleys, waterfalls, gaps/passes
Residual hills, ridges, plains
Broad plains, bays, lagoons, points, islands
Sand dunes, deltas, coral reefs
Indicate separately in a table the different topographical features. Which group of features belongs to the Intermediate plain?
Residual hills, ridges, plains
Mountain ranges, plateaus, valleys, waterfalls, gaps/passes
Broad plains, bays, lagoons, points, islands
Sand dunes, deltas, coral reefs
Indicate separately in a table the different topographical features. Which group of features belongs to the Coastal plain?
Broad plains, bays, lagoons, points, islands
Residual hills, ridges, plains
Mountain ranges, plateaus, valleys, waterfalls, gaps/passes
Terraced fields, canyons, glaciers
What is meant by plateaus?
Elevated flat land
Lowland near the coast
Steep-sided valley
Narrow ridge of rock
Name the waterfalls located in the central highlands of Sri Lanka. Select all that apply.
Ramboda Falls
Diyaluma Falls
Ravana Falls
Bambarakanda Falls
St. Clair’s Falls (as the only one)
Name 2 advantages of waterfalls. Select the benefits stated.
Produce hydro electric power
Promote tourism due to natural beauty
Increase soil salinity
Reduce forest cover
Name highest waterfalls in Sri Lanka.
Bambarakanda Falls
Diyaluma Falls
Ravana Falls
Ramboda Falls
Name longest river in Sri Lanka.
Mahaweli River
Kelani River
Kalu Ganga
Walawe River
What is meant by a remnant (residual) hill?
Mountain that has been subjected to erosion for a long time
Hill formed by recent volcanic activity
Sand dune created by wind deposition
Artificial mound built for worship
What is meant by bay?
Broad area of sea where water extends inland with a wide opening
Narrow sea channel between two land masses
Shallow body of water separated by a barrier
Small lake formed in a valley
What is meant by lagoon?
Shallow body of water separated from a larger body by a natural barrier
Broad area of sea extending inland with a wide opening
Fast-flowing mountain stream
Deep ocean trench close to shore
What is meant by point?
Piece of land that juts out from a larger mass and is mostly surrounded by water
Low-lying wetland near a river mouth
Narrow sea passage
Elevated flat land far from the coast
Name three points in Sri Lanka. Select all that apply.
Point Pedro
Point Elephant
Point Dondra
Adam’s Peak
Ella Gap
What is meant by an island?
Body of land surrounded completely by water
Land partly surrounded by water on one side
Low area between hills
High mountain plateau
What is meant by valley?
Low area often lying between hills or mountains
High flat-topped area
Narrow sea channel
Coastal sandy plain
What is meant by a gap?
Low area or opening between highlands or mountains
Shallow sea near the coast
Depression formed by a sinkhole
River mouth entering the sea
In which climate zone is Sri Lanka located?
Tropical Climatic zone
Temperate zone
Polar zone
Mediterranean zone
What is the annual temperature in Sri Lanka?
Between 27°C and 30°C
Between 15°C and 20°C
Between 5°C and 12°C
Between 32°C and 38°C
What are the ways Sri Lanka receives rainfall? Select all that apply.
Monsoon rain
Convectional rain
Cyclones rain
Tsunami rain
What is known as a monsoon wind?
Periodic winds that blow in the country from the southwest and northeast
Constant sea breeze along the coast
Irregular gusts caused by local storms
Gentle winds that blow only at night
Name two types of monsoon winds received by Sri Lanka. Select both.
Southwest monsoon wind
Northeast monsoon wind
Southeast trade wind
Northwest land breeze
Why do cyclones occur in Sri Lanka?
Due to air disturbances in the Bay of Bengal
Because mountains block monsoon winds
Owing to the country’s high altitude
Because of volcanic eruptions
Where do the thorn/bushes & shrubs grow?
In dry areas and semi-arid areas where a dry climate exists
Only in high rainfall zones
Exclusively along river banks
On snow-covered mountain slopes
Can mangroves be found? Where are they located?
In coastal lagoons, river mouths, and estuaries
Only on mountain ridges
In inland deserts far from water
On open ocean reefs only
Draw the diagrams of the following topographical features. Which features are specifically listed to be illustrated? Select all that apply.
Islands
Bays
Lagoons
Strait
Plateaus
Name different races that live in Sri Lanka society.
Sinhalese
Tamils
Moors
Burghers
State separately the religions followed by different nationalities in Sri Lanka: Which nationality predominantly follows Buddhism?
Sinhalese
Tamils
Moors and Muslims
Burghers
State separately the religions followed by different nationalities in Sri Lanka: Which nationality predominantly follows Hinduism?
Tamils
Sinhalese
Moors and Muslims
Burghers
State separately the religions followed by different nationalities in Sri Lanka: Which national groups predominantly follow Islam?
Moors and Muslims
Sinhalese
Tamils
Burghers
State separately the religions followed by different nationalities in Sri Lanka: Which nationality predominantly follows Christianity?
Burghers
Sinhalese
Tamils
Moors
Which race does the majority of people in Sri Lanka belong to?
Sinhalese
Tamils
Moors
Burghers
What is the prominent religion in Sri Lanka?
Buddhism
Hinduism
Islam
Christianity
Why is Sri Lanka known as a country with multi-racial and multi-religious culture?
Because it is home to a wide variety of races and religions
Because it has only one race and one religion
Because it is a very large country by area
Because it has no history of cultural diversity
Name two major categories into which cultural heritages can be divided.
Intangible and Tangible
Modern and Ancient
Local and Foreign
Religious and Secular
What is meant by the tangible heritage?
Something we can physically touch or store
Ideas and values that cannot be seen physically
Stories passed down orally
Places famous only outside Sri Lanka
What is meant by intangible heritage?
Heritage that cannot be seen physically but is revealed through human behavior
Objects and monuments we can touch
Natural features like forests and springs
Artifacts kept in museums
Give an example of tangible heritages created by nature.
Sinharaja forest
Hospitality
Responsibility
Customs
Give an example of intangible heritages created by human behavior.
Hospitality
Hot water springs
Forests
Mountains
What is known as world heritage?
National cultural heritage in Sri Lanka that is accepted internationally
Any famous building inside Sri Lanka
Only ancient ruins recognized by locals
Modern landmarks built in the last decade
Name 2 world heritages recognized in Sri Lanka.
Sigiriya and the Ancient city of Polonnaruwa
Adam’s Peak and Kandy Lake
Jaffna Fort and Dambana
Colombo Port and Mahiyangana
State 2 areas where indigenous people live.
Mahiyangana and Dambana
Colombo and Galle
Kandy and Jaffna
Anuradhapura and Trincomalee
What are the occupations of the indigenous people of Sri Lanka?
Crop cultivation
Hunting
Collecting materials from the forest
Shipbuilding
Write the South Asian countries and their capital city. Choose the correctly matched pair from the list provided on the worksheet.
Afghanistan — Kabul
Bangladesh — Karachi
Nepal — Thimphu
Sri Lanka — Colombo
India — Mumbai
How are South Asian countries collectively called?
South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC)
South Asian Trade Union (SATU)
Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN)
United South Asia Federation (USAF)
What is the largest country in South Asia by population?
India
Pakistan
Bangladesh
Nepal
Which country in South Asia has the smallest population?
The Maldives
Bhutan
Sri Lanka
Afghanistan
Which country is known as "Land of thunder dragon"?
Bhutan
Nepal
Pakistan
India
Which South Asian countries are island nations? Select all that apply.
Sri Lanka
Maldives
Bangladesh
Pakistan
Which South Asian countries have Buddhism as their major religion? Select all that apply.
Sri Lanka
Bhutan
India
Pakistan
How does Sri Lanka’s literacy rate compare to other South Asian countries?
It is high at about 92%.
It is the lowest in South Asia.
It is moderate, around 60%.
It is not measured.
How has Sri Lanka’s health sector contributed to social development?
By providing better medical facilities that raise life expectancy and lower infant and maternal mortality
By reducing access to hospitals to save costs
By focusing mainly on sports and recreation
By replacing public clinics with private gyms
What is the role of the state in Sri Lanka’s social development?
Providing free education and health care and implementing welfare policies
Focusing only on road construction
Charging fees for basic schooling and clinics
Privatizing all social services
What can other developing countries learn from Sri Lanka?
The importance of free education, health care, and welfare policies
How to reduce school enrollment
How to limit access to hospitals
How to raise taxes without services
What data is used to compare social Asian countries? Select all that apply.
Life expectancy
Literacy rate
Infant and maternal mortality rates
Annual rainfall
What are some factors contributing to Sri Lanka’s higher social development? Select all that apply.
Ability to obtain nutritious meals
Development of educational facilities
Restriction of public libraries
Elimination of school lunches
How has the development of health facilities affected Sri Lanka’s social development?
It increased life expectancy and decreased infant and maternal mortality
It reduced the number of doctors available
It increased mortality rates
It had no measurable impact
What role does education play in Sri Lanka’s social development?
It contributes to a high literacy rate and better living standards
It has no effect on social development
It focuses only on sports training
It reduces employment opportunities
How does Sri Lanka’s welfare system contribute to social development?
Through free education and health care, alongside state welfare policies
By closing public schools
By cutting health services
By reducing social programs
What is one major outcome of Sri Lanka’s social development?
Improved living standards and better employment opportunities
Lower literacy and fewer jobs
Decline in health services
Reduced life expectancy
What is a key motivation for the people of Sri Lanka to live a healthy life?
Better living conditions, improved health care access, and encouragement to adopt healthier lifestyles
Lack of hospitals and clinics
No access to nutritious food
Restrictions on physical activity
What is the literacy rate in Sri Lanka?
92%
78%
65%
99%
Which country surpasses Sri Lanka in literacy rate in South Asia?
The Maldives
India
Pakistan
Afghanistan
Is Sri Lanka a developed or developing country?
Developing country
Developed country
Least developed country
City-state
Answer the following question. Which list correctly mentions the South Asian countries and their capital cities?
Afghanistan – Kabul; Bangladesh – Dhaka; Bhutan – Thimphu; India – New Delhi; Maldives – Malé; Nepal – Kathmandu; Pakistan – Islamabad; Sri Lanka – Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte
Afghanistan – Kabul; Bangladesh – Dhaka; Bhutan – Kathmandu; India – New Delhi; Maldives – Malé; Nepal – Thimphu; Pakistan – Islamabad; Sri Lanka – Colombo
Afghanistan – Kabul; Bangladesh – Dhaka; Bhutan – Thimphu; India – Mumbai; Maldives – Malé; Nepal – Kathmandu; Pakistan – Islamabad; Sri Lanka – Colombo
Afghanistan – Kabul; Bangladesh – Dhaka; Bhutan – Thimphu; India – New Delhi; Maldives – Malé; Nepal – Kathmandu; Pakistan – Karachi; Sri Lanka – Kandy
Answer the following question. How are South Asian countries collectively called?
South Asia
South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC)
South Asia or the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC)
Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN)
Answer the following question. Which country is known as the Land of the Thunder Dragon?
Nepal
Maldives
Bhutan
Sri Lanka
Answer the following question. How has Sri Lanka's health sector contributed to social development?
By providing better medical facilities, increasing life expectancy, and decreasing both infant and maternal mortality rates
By focusing only on building more hospitals without improving services
By increasing the population growth rate through reduced vaccinations
By reducing access to healthcare to allocate funds to other sectors
Answer the following question. What are some factors contributing to Sri Lanka's higher social development?
Nutritious meals, better medical facilities, increased life expectancy, and the development of educational facilities
Increased industrial pollution, reduced school enrollment, and fewer hospitals
Only higher income levels without improvements in health or education
Foreign tourism alone with no change in social services
Mark true or false for the statement. Sri Lanka has the highest literacy rate in South Asia.
True
False
Mark true or false for the statement. Sri Lanka is a developed country.
True
False
Mark true or false for the statement. Sri Lanka’s health sector has helped decrease infant mortality rates.
True
False
Mark true or false for the statement. The state in Sri Lanka provides free education and healthcare.
True
False
Mark true or false for the statement. Sri Lanka’s social development is lower than all other South Asian countries.
True
False
Mark true or false for the statement. Life expectancy and literacy rates are used to compare social development in South Asia.
True
False
Why have maps become an important tool in day-to-day activities?
They help in finding locations and understanding geographical information easily.
They are mainly used for decoration at home.
They eliminate the need for transportation.
They make places harder to find.
Give an example of a map book used in Sri Lanka.
The Sri Lanka Atlas Book printed by the Survey Department of Sri Lanka.
The Global Fashion Catalog.
The Colombo Telephone Directory.
The Sri Lanka Recipe Collection.
What basic features should be identified when using a map? Select all that apply.
Different types of maps
Direction
Scale
Key
Map index
What is the main objective of learning to use a map book?
To gain basic knowledge about using a map book accurately and productively.
To memorize every place name in the country.
To replace geography classes entirely.
To learn only how to draw maps.
Name two types of maps found in the Sri Lanka Atlas Book. Select all that apply.
Relief and drainage map
Topographic map
Political map
Weather and climate map
Why is showing direction on a map important?
It helps to correctly find the directions of places on the map.
It shows how colorful the map is.
It tells the age of the map book.
It is only needed for decorative symbols.
What is meant by the scale of a map?
It shows the relationship between the distances on the map and the actual distances on the ground.
It measures how heavy the map book is.
It indicates the number of pages in the atlas.
It shows the colors used on the map.
What is the scale of the topographic map of Sri Lanka?
1:50,000
1:5,000
1:500,000
1:25,000
What is an index in a map book?
A list arranged alphabetically to help find the location of places easily.
A list of authors who wrote the atlas.
A table of random numbers used for coding.
A page of advertisements at the end.
Which city is famous for the Kingdom Tower?
Riyadh
Jeddah
Mecca
Medina
Which Eastern Province city is near the Arabian Gulf?
Dammam
Riyadh
Hail
Tabuk
Which city is known for the oil industry?
Dammam
Al Baha
Hail
Tabuk
Where is the A'arif Fort located?
Hail
Riyadh
Dammam
Al Baha
Which city was important for ancient trade routes?
Hail
Dammam
Riyadh
Tabuk
In which city can we find Tabuk Castle?
Tabuk
Hail
Riyadh
Al Baha
Which city is close to the borders of Jordan and Egypt?
Tabuk
Dammam
Mecca
Jeddah
Which city is famous for Dhee Ayn (Marble Village)?
Al Baha
Riyadh
Tabuk
Hail
Which city is known for green mountains and cool weather?
Al Baha
Dammam
Riyadh
Medina
Tabuk is close to which two countries? Select all that apply.
Jordan
Egypt
Iraq
Syria
Describe the importance of Riyadh in Saudi Arabia, mentioning both its historical and modern landmarks. Select the statements that apply.
It is the capital and a major political, economic, and cultural center of Saudi Arabia
It has historical sites like Masmak Fortress
It features modern landmarks such as the Kingdom Tower
It is mainly known for coastal fishing villages
Explain how Dammam reflects both the traditional and modern culture of the Eastern Province. Select the statements that apply.
It is known for its oil industry and modern development
Places like Tarout Castle show traditional culture
The Al Khobar Corniche reflects a blend of old and new
It is a mountain resort city with cold climate
What historical significance does Hail have, and what is one of its famous landmarks?
It played a role in old trade routes and is known for A'arif Fort
It is a coastal port and is known for the Al Khobar Corniche
It is an oil hub and is known for Tarout Castle
It is a modern financial center and is known for Kingdom Tower
How is Al Baha different from other Saudi cities, and what makes it famous? Select the statements that apply.
It has a cool climate and green mountains
It is famous for natural beauty and traditional stone houses
It is known for the heritage site Dhee Ayn (Marble Village)
It is primarily an oil refinery city
Give an example of a map book used in Sri Lanka.
Sri Lanka Atlas Book printed by the Survey Department of Sri Lanka
World Weather Almanac published by a private magazine
Colombo City Road Guide from a travel blog
Tourist Photo Album of Sri Lanka
Why have maps become an important tool in day-to-day activities?
They help in finding locations and understanding geographical information easily
They are used mainly for decorating classrooms
They replace all written directions with pictures only
They are only useful for historical research
What basic features should be identified when using a map?
Different types of maps
Direction
Scale
Key
Map index
What is the main objective of learning to use a map book?
To gain basic knowledge about using a map book accurately and productively
To memorize all city names without using maps
To avoid using any symbols or scales
To prepare only for drawing maps by hand
Which are types of maps found in the Sri Lanka Atlas Book? Select all that apply.
Relief and drainage map
Topographic map
Political cartoon collection
Weather forecast chart
