Multiple choice

What is a subcontinent?

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  2. A country that is larger than a continent.

  3. A large landmass that is smaller than a continent.

  4. A country that is smaller than a continent.
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C Correct answer
Explanation

A subcontinent is a very large, self-contained landmass that is smaller than a full continent but geographically or tectonically distinct from the rest of it. The Indian subcontinent is a prime example, separated from the rest of Asia by the Himalayas.

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