Question 1

Write True or False to the statements below.If the statement is false, rewrite the underlined word or phrase to make the statement true.
-The climatic factor that dominates South Asia is the tornado.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Approximately how many Muslims are there in South Asia?

Accepted Answer

A)  2 million 
B)  20 million 
C)  150 million 
D)  400 million 
E)  half a billion

Question 3

Write True or False to the statements below.If the statement is false, rewrite the underlined word or phrase to make the statement true.
-The Himalayas were formed by volcanic activity.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

Write True or False to the statements below.If the statement is false, rewrite the underlined word or phrase to make the statement true.
-Among the countries of South Asia, Nepal is at the lowest level of economic development.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

How were the Himalayas formed?

Accepted Answer

A)  by the rifting (pulling apart) of the Eurasian Plate and the Indo-Australian Plate 
B)  by the collision of peninsular India with the Asian landmass 
C)  by the upwelling of molten matter from a hot spot beneath the Indian subcontinent 
D)  by the erosion of the landscape north and south of the region that would become the mountains 
E)  by volcanic activity

Question 6

Write True or False to the statements below.If the statement is false, rewrite the underlined word or phrase to make the statement true.
-The Buddha was born into a wealthy family in northern India.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

What is the main reason why urbanization is increasing in South Asia?

Accepted Answer

A)  changes in the economics of agriculture resulting in greater mechanization 
B)  official government policies that encourage city growth 
C)  the high incidence of mosquito-borne illnesses in the countryside 
D)  better economic opportunities in the cities 
E)  Urbanization is a prerequisite for assistance from the International Monetary Fund.

Question 8

Write True or False to the statements below.If the statement is false, rewrite the underlined word or phrase to make the statement true.
-In Bhutan, tourists must spend a considerable amount of money and come as part of an official group.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

South Asia could soon surpass which other region as the world's most populous region?

Accepted Answer

A)  East Asia 
B)  North America 
C)  Europe 
D)  Sub-Saharan Africa 
E)  Latin America

Question 10

Write True or False to the statements below.If the statement is false, rewrite the underlined word or phrase to make the statement true.
-The Green Revolution was an agricultural success, but an ecological and social failure.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Write True or False to the statements below.If the statement is false, rewrite the underlined word or phrase to make the statement true.
-The Punjab is considered to be the breadbasket of Sri Lanka.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

What is the most serious natural hazard in Bangladesh?

Accepted Answer

A)  earthquakes 
B)  severe tornadoes 
C)  wildfires 
D)  volcanoes 
E)  flooding

Question 13

Map ID - South Asia

-What is the name of the country labeled on the map with the number 5 (five)?

Accepted Answer

A)  Bangladesh 
B)  Bhutan 
C)  Nepal 
D)  Pakistan 
E)  Sri Lanka

Question 14

In which country of South Asia are tourists required by law to spend a considerable amount of money and come as part of an official group?

Accepted Answer

A)  Bhutan 
B)  Nepal 
C)  Pakistan 
D)  Bangladesh 
E)  Sri Lanka

Question 15

What physical feature is needed for orographic precipitation to occur?

Accepted Answer

A)  lake 
B)  mountain 
C)  river 
D)  desert 
E)  a tropical forest

Question 16

Write True or False to the statements below.If the statement is false, rewrite the underlined word or phrase to make the statement true.
-Mumbai is the oldest city in South Asia.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Write True or False to the statements below.If the statement is false, rewrite the underlined word or phrase to make the statement true.
-After years of irrigation, soil salinization frequently becomes a serious environmental and agricultural problem.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Write True or False to the statements below.If the statement is false, rewrite the underlined word or phrase to make the statement true.
-Among the countries of South Asia, India has the overall highest level of social development, based on its favorable social indicators.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

What religion dominates in Pakistan and Bangladesh?

Accepted Answer

A)  Islam 
B)  Buddhism 
C)  Christianity 
D)  Hinduism 
E)  Sikhism

Question 20

Why is Bangladesh internationally competitive in textile and clothing manufacture?

Accepted Answer

A)  It has abundant natural resources. 
B)  It has a cheap source of energy. 
C)  It is located near its markets. 
D)  Its wages are low. 
E)  All of the choices are correct.

Exam 12: South Asia

Write True or False to the statements below.If the statement is false, rewrite the underlined word or phrase to make the statement true. -The climatic factor that dominates South Asia is the tornado.

Approximately how many Muslims are there in South Asia?

Write True or False to the statements below.If the statement is false, rewrite the underlined word or phrase to make the statement true. -The Himalayas were formed by volcanic activity.

Write True or False to the statements below.If the statement is false, rewrite the underlined word or phrase to make the statement true. -Among the countries of South Asia, Nepal is at the lowest level of economic development.

How were the Himalayas formed?

Write True or False to the statements below.If the statement is false, rewrite the underlined word or phrase to make the statement true. -The Buddha was born into a wealthy family in northern India.

What is the main reason why urbanization is increasing in South Asia?

Write True or False to the statements below.If the statement is false, rewrite the underlined word or phrase to make the statement true. -In Bhutan, tourists must spend a considerable amount of money and come as part of an official group.

South Asia could soon surpass which other region as the world's most populous region?

Write True or False to the statements below.If the statement is false, rewrite the underlined word or phrase to make the statement true. -The Green Revolution was an agricultural success, but an ecological and social failure.

Write True or False to the statements below.If the statement is false, rewrite the underlined word or phrase to make the statement true. -The Punjab is considered to be the breadbasket of Sri Lanka.

What is the most serious natural hazard in Bangladesh?

Map ID - South Asia -What is the name of the country labeled on the map with the number 5 (five) ?

In which country of South Asia are tourists required by law to spend a considerable amount of money and come as part of an official group?

What physical feature is needed for orographic precipitation to occur?

Write True or False to the statements below.If the statement is false, rewrite the underlined word or phrase to make the statement true. -Mumbai is the oldest city in South Asia.

Write True or False to the statements below.If the statement is false, rewrite the underlined word or phrase to make the statement true. -After years of irrigation, soil salinization frequently becomes a serious environmental and agricultural problem.

Write True or False to the statements below.If the statement is false, rewrite the underlined word or phrase to make the statement true. -Among the countries of South Asia, India has the overall highest level of social development, based on its favorable social indicators.

What religion dominates in Pakistan and Bangladesh?

Why is Bangladesh internationally competitive in textile and clothing manufacture?