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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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 life in the temperate grasslands climate and vegetation in north america the prairies - temperate region life in temperate grasslands

In the Congo basin the forests grow rapidly because ______________.

  1. soil is fertile

  2. rainfall is high

  3. or rich climate conditions i.e. high temperature and high rainfall

  4. None of these
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The Congo basin is located in the equatorial region, which is characterized by high temperatures and high rainfall throughout the year, creating ideal conditions for rapid forest growth.

Multiple choice geography south america climate and vegetation in north america the prairies - temperate region life in temperate grasslands

The grasslands of North America are called ______.

  1. Pampas

  2. Prairies

  3. Downs

  4. Steppes
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B Correct answer
Explanation

In Europe and Asia, temperate grasslands are called steppes. In South America grasslands are called pampas. In North America temperate grasslands are called prairies.

Downs, are  rounded and grass-covered hills in southern England that are typically composed of chalk. The name comes from the Old English dūn (“hill”). ... Chalk hills of similar type are called Wolds in Lincolnshire and in Yorkshire.

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Which part of North America is the most thinly populated?

  1. Alaska

  2. California

  3. Eastern Part of U.S.A.

  4. The region of great lakes
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Alaska is the largest state in the USA but has a very low population density due to its harsh climate and rugged, mountainous terrain, making it the most thinly populated region among the choices.