South Asia Quiz #1
World Geography
Name_________________
1.An earthquake takes place in which sphere?
A atmosphere
B lithosphere
C biosphere
D hydrosphere
2.Which physical process is most responsible for the geographic formations in the northern
Indian subcontinent?
A hydrologic cycle
B tectonic forces
C weathering
D deposition
3.Which statement accurately describes monsoons in India?
A Summer monsoons bring heavy rainfall, while winter monsoons bring dry weather.
B Monsoons bring heavy rainfall in all seasons in India.
C Winter monsoons bring heavy rainfall, while summer monsoons are fairly dry.
D Monsoons only affect the coastal regions of the Indian subcontinent.
4.Which of the following makes Nepal and Bhutan different from other South Asian
countries?
A They
B They
C They
D They
are
are
are
are
monarchies.
primarily Jain.
landlocked.
both islands.
5.How did geography contribute to the placement of India's northern border?
A North of the border is too cold to easily support life.
B The Ganges River is a natural boundary between India and China.
C Nepal contains few resources of interest to India or China.
D The mountains form a natural boundary between India and other countries.