Lesson 9.0 - Physical Geography of South Asia

Which country is located to the south of India in South Asia?

• Nepal

• Bhutan

• Sri Lanka

• Bangladesh

Which sea is located to the west of India?

• Arabian Sea

• Andaman Sea

• Red Sea

• Mediterranean Sea

Which country shares a border with both India and China?

• Bangladesh

• Bhutan

• Maldives

• Afghanistan

Which country is located to the east of Nepal?

• Pakistan

• Bangladesh

• Bhutan

• Sri Lanka

Which mountain range acts as a barrier between the Indian subcontinent and Asia?

• Andes

• Rockies

• Himalayas

• Alps

What does the word "Himalaya" mean?

• Giant barrier

• Snow home

• Mountain peak

• Home of snow

What is the height of Mt. Everest?

• 28,000 feet

• 29,035 feet

• 30,000 feet

• 27,500 feet

What is the significance of the Himalayas in terms of geography?

• They are the longest mountain range in the world.

• They are a giant barrier between the Indian subcontinent and China.

• They are the oldest mountain range in the world.

• They are the widest mountain range in the world.

What geological process led to the creation of the Himalayas?

• Erosion by rivers

• Movement/collision of tectonic plates

• Volcanic eruptions

• Wind erosion

What is the Khyber Pass primarily used for?

• Skiing and winter sports

• Trade route and spreading of culture

• Fishing and agriculture

• Space exploration