Multiple choice

Because of its large size and its position near large masses of land and water, India is called

  1. a plateau.

  2. an isthmus.

  3. an ecosystem.

  4. a subcontinent.

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D Correct answer
Explanation

India is referred to as a subcontinent because it is a large, self-contained landmass that is separated from the rest of Asia by mountain ranges like the Himalayas, yet is big enough to be considered a distinct geographic region.