Environment

Question 1

Describe the Indo-Gangetic Plain

Answer 1

a. Between the Indus and Ganges river

b. Agriculturally rich

Question 2

Describe the Himalayan Mountains

Answer 2

a. The border of India, Nepal, and Tibet

b. Tallest mountain in the world, Mt. Everest

Question 3

Describe the Deccan Plateau

Answer 3

a. Central and Southern India

b. The Ghats mountain range on east and west side of plateau

Question 4

This river is considered to be a holy river in Hinduism and Indian culture

Answer 4

Ganges

Question 5

People come from long distances to touch the waters if which river?

Answer 5

Ganges

Question 6

Which endangered species can be found in Eastern India?

Answer 6

Bengal Tiger

Question 7

Which type of endangered rhinoceros live in India?

Answer 7

Sumatran and Javan

Question 8

Which two animals appear as deities in Hindu mythology?

Answer 8

elephants and monkeys

Question 9

Hindus consider this animal sacred and its sale for eating is illegal

Answer 9

cows

Question 10

List the three geographic zones of India

Answer 10

a. Indo-Gangetic Plain
b. Himalayan Mountains
c. Deccan Plateau