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1
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Describe the Indo-Gangetic Plain

A

a. Between the Indus and Ganges river

b. Agriculturally rich

2
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Describe the Himalayan Mountains

A

a. The border of India, Nepal, and Tibet

b. Tallest mountain in the world, Mt. Everest

3
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Describe the Deccan Plateau

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a. Central and Southern India

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

4
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This river is considered to be a holy river in Hinduism and Indian culture

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Ganges

5
Q

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

A

Ganges

6
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Which endangered species can be found in Eastern India?

A

Bengal Tiger

7
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Which type of endangered rhinoceros live in India?

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Sumatran and Javan

8
Q

Which two animals appear as deities in Hindu mythology?

A

elephants and monkeys

9
Q

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

A

cows

10
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List the three geographic zones of India

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