Resource conserving technologies in South Asia: frequently asked questions
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In which country can the giant panda be found?
In which country can the giant panda be found?China
Elephants are found in both Africa and Asia, yet an African elephant is different from an Asian elephant. List some of the differences:
Elephants are found in both Africa and Asia, yet an African elephant is different from an Asian elephant. List some of the differences:African Elephant is bigger and has larger ears.
Japan is made up of how many large islands and how many small islands?
Japan is made up of how many large islands and how many small islands?4 large islands and thousands of small islands
Give the names of the four major islands:Hokkaido; Kyushu; Honshu; shikoku
What is the capital city of Japan?
What is the capital city of Japan? Tokyo
What is the average number of earthquakes per year in Japan? 1,500
How many volcanoes are located on the Japanese Islands?
How many volcanoes are located on the Japanese Islands? 150
By what name is the area in Northwestern China often known?
By what name is the area in Northwestern China often known? Mongolia
How did the Yellow River earn the name of “China’s Sorrow”?
How did the Yellow River earn the name of “China’s Sorrow”? Disastrous floods claimed many lives over the centuries
Why is India called a “subcontinent”?
Why is India called a “subcontinent”? It is a large peninsula which is separated from the rest of Asia by the mountains.
List the three geographic regions that India can be divided into:
List the three geographic regions that India can be divided into: Deccan Plateau; Himalayan Mountain System; Northern Plains
List some of the wildlife that is native to India:
List some of the wildlife that is native to India:Cobra; Elephant; Mongoose; Rhino; Tiger
What is India basic unit of currency?
What is India basic unit of currency?Rupee