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Multiple choice geography life in temperate grasslands temperate regions natural regions natural regions of the world climate and vegetation in north america the prairies - temperate region

The grasslands of South Africa is known as _______.

  1. Pampas

  2. Downs

  3. Veld

  4. Steppes
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

The grasslands of South Africa is known as Veld. Here Cattle rearing is done by white people. Cattle and sheep are also reared by some indigenous tribes. The famous Marino wool comes from this region. There is no surplus of animal product for trade.

Multiple choice geography life in temperate grasslands temperate regions natural regions natural regions of the world climate and vegetation in north america the prairies - temperate region

What type of climate the grasslands in the southern hemisphere experience?

  1. Continental

  2. Moderate

  3. Warm

  4. Cold
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The southern hemisphere grasslands have a mild climate (moderate) due to the influence of the Indian Ocean. Winters are cold and dry. Temperatures vary between 5°C and 10°C and July is the coldest month. Summers are short and warm.

Multiple choice geography life in temperate grasslands temperate regions natural regions natural regions of the world climate and vegetation in north america the prairies - temperate region

What is the colour of the grasses in the temperate grasslands during the summer?

  1. Green

  2. Yellow

  3. Brown

  4. Reddish
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Temperate grasslands are those with moderate climates located farther from the equator. They have fewer trees than tropical grasslands and the grass is shorter. The color of the grasses in the temperate grasslands during the summer is brown. 

Multiple choice geography life in temperate grasslands temperate regions natural regions natural regions of the world climate and vegetation in north america the prairies - temperate region

What type of climate the grasslands in the northern hemisphere experience?

  1. Warm

  2. Continental

  3. Moderate

  4. Cold
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The grasslands of Northern hemisphere are located in the heart of a North America continent, so the climate is a continental type with extreme temperatures.

Multiple choice geography life in temperate grasslands temperate regions natural regions natural regions of the world climate and vegetation in north america the prairies - temperate region

The steppes are the grasslands of ________.

  1. North America

  2. South America

  3. Russia

  4. Australia
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Steppes are the grasslands of Russia. In recent decades, various parts of the steppes have been cleared and brought under cultivation. Wheat is the main crop of the region. Corn, sugar beet and sunflower were also cultivated. In the grassland Cattle and sheep's are reared for milk, meat, skin, and wool. 

Multiple choice geography natural regions mediterranean regions mediterranean climatic region natural regions of the world

Mostly west and south west margins of the continents have _________________.

  1. Temperate evergreen forests

  2. Tropical deciduous forests

  3. Desert

  4. Mediterranean vegetation
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

The west and southwest margins of continents in the mid-latitudes typically experience a Mediterranean climate, which supports Mediterranean vegetation.

Multiple choice geography natural regions mediterranean regions mediterranean climatic region natural regions of the world

Mediterranean vegetation is also found outside Mediterranean region.  Which among the following is not one of those regions?

  1. California in the USA

  2. Russia

  3. South west Africa

  4. South West Australia
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Mediterranean-type climates are found in California, central Chile, South Africa, and parts of Australia, but not in Russia, which has a predominantly continental climate.

Multiple choice geography natural regions mediterranean regions mediterranean climatic region natural regions of the world

Citrus fruits like oranges, figs, olives and grapes are cultivated in ____________________.

  1. Temperate grasslands

  2. Tropical evergreen forests

  3. Mediterranean vegetation

  4. Thorny bushes
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Citrus fruits, olives, and grapes are iconic crops of the Mediterranean climate due to the hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters.

Multiple choice geography natural regions mediterranean regions mediterranean climatic region natural regions of the world

Mediterranean regions are marked for ______________________.

  1. Cool dry summers and mild rainy winters

  2. Hot dry summers and dry winters

  3. Hot dry summers and mild rainy winters

  4. Cool dry summers and mild rainy winters
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Mediterranean climate is characterized by hot, dry summers and mild, rainy winters. This distinct seasonal pattern is caused by shifting pressure belts and westerly winds. Options A and D incorrectly state cool summers, while B incorrectly states dry winters.