India Geography Quiz
Use questions in this quiz to prep for your Unit Lesson quiz on India's Geography.
- 1.
In addition to providing fresh water and fertile soil for growing crops, India's rivers provided the ancient Indians with trade routes connecting them to trade with ...
- A.
The Chinese
- B.
The Mayans
- C.
The Mesopotamians
- D.
The Egyptians
Correct Answer
C. The Mesopotamians -
- 2.
Lined with temples, India's most holy river is the ...
- A.
Skykomish River
- B.
Old Man River
- C.
Indus River
- D.
Ganges River
Correct Answer
D. Ganges River -
- 3.
In what mountain range is Mt Everest the highest peak?
- A.
Hindu Kush.
- B.
Brahamaputra.
- C.
Andes.
- D.
Himalayas.
Correct Answer
D. Himalayas. -
- 4.
South Asia is a large peninsula shaped like a...
- A.
Triangle
- B.
Square
- C.
Circle
- D.
Rectangle
Correct Answer
A. Triangle -
- 5.
How has the location of the Himalaya Mountains benefited India?
- A.
They are the source of a constant supply of water.
- B.
They protect the subcontinent from earthquakes.
- C.
They provide protection from enemies.
- D.
They are the location of roads used for trade.
Correct Answer(s)
A. They are the source of a constant supply of water.
C. They provide protection from enemies. -
- 6.
The Brahmaputra, the Indus, and the Ganges all start in the mountains. What is one result of this?
- A.
Their waters are too polluted to be used for drinking.
- B.
Their waters carry sediment that is good for farming.
- C.
Their waters carry fish so large that one can feed an entire village.
- D.
Their waters are too cold for farming.
Correct Answer
B. Their waters carry sediment that is good for farming. -
- 7.
The Eastern and Western ghats are best described as...
- A.
Mountain ranges
- B.
Fertile plains
- C.
Sandy beaches
- D.
Marshy wetlands
Correct Answer
A. Mountain ranges -
- 8.
Which of the following Indian states is the largest producer of coffee?
- A.
Kerala
- B.
Karnataka
- C.
Tamil Nadu
- D.
Maharashtra
Correct Answer
B. KarnatakaExplanation
Karnataka is the largest coffee-producing state in India, accounting for more than 70% of the country's total coffee production. The state's hilly terrain, fertile soil, and favorable climate make it ideal for coffee cultivation. The other options, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and Maharashtra, also produce coffee, but in smaller quantities compared to Karnataka.Rate this question:
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- 9.
What is the fertile region that surrounds the Indus River?
- A.
Deccan Plateau
- B.
Indus Plain
- C.
Indian Delta
- D.
Sri Lanka
Correct Answer
B. Indus Plain -
- 10.
Which of the following Indian states has the longest coastline?
- A.
Gujarat
- B.
Maharashtra
- C.
Andhra Pradesh
- D.
Tamil Nadu
Correct Answer
A. GujaratExplanation
Gujarat has the longest coastline in India, stretching over 1,600 kilometers. It is followed by Andhra Pradesh with approximately 974 kilometers, Tamil Nadu with 906 kilometers, and Maharashtra with 720 kilometers. The coastline of Gujarat is characterized by diverse features, including beaches, cliffs, and mangroves. It is also home to several important ports, including Kandla and Mundra.Rate this question:
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- 11.
The ancient city of Mohenjo-Daro developed in what area of India?
- A.
The Indus River Valley
- B.
The Western Ghats
- C.
The Ganges River Valley
- D.
The Himalayas
Correct Answer
A. The Indus River Valley -
- 12.
Where is the Khyber Pass?
- A.
In the Brahmaputra River valley.
- B.
In the Hindu Kush Mountains.
- C.
On the Deccan Plateau.
- D.
In the Eastern Ghats.
Correct Answer
B. In the Hindu Kush Mountains. -
- 13.
Attached to Asia, India is a large land mass that is surrounded on three sides by water. Which of the following words best describes India?
- A.
Sub-Continent.
- B.
Ecosystem.
- C.
Isthmus.
- D.
Plateau.
Correct Answer
A. Sub-Continent. -
- 14.
Which of these rivers is NOT a tributary of the Ganges River?
- A.
Yamuna River
- B.
Gomti River
- C.
Kosi River
- D.
Narmada River
Correct Answer
D. Narmada RiverExplanation
The Narmada River flows westwards through central India and drains into the Arabian Sea. The other options are tributaries of the Ganges River, which flows eastwards across northern India and drains into the Bay of Bengal. The Ganges is a sacred river in Hinduism and is considered a lifeline for millions of people in India.Rate this question:
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- 15.
During the Summer, the Monsoon brings...
- A.
Heavy rain.
- B.
Dust storms.
- C.
Pleasant mornings.
- D.
Unbearable heat.
Correct Answer
A. Heavy rain. -
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