Deserts & Grasslands — Set 5
Geography · रेगिस्तान और घास के मैदान · Questions 41–50 of 50
Which is the largest desert in Asia?
Correct Answer: A. Arabian Desert
The Arabian Desert is the largest desert in Asia, covering nearly the entire Arabian Peninsula. It spans approximately 2.3 million square kilometers. The Gobi Desert is the second largest in Asia.
The 'Taklamakan Desert' is located in which country?
Correct Answer: B. China
The Taklamakan Desert is located in the Xinjiang region of China. It is bounded by the Kunlun Mountains to the south and the Pamir and Tian Shan mountains to the west and north. It is known as a 'desert of death' in local folklore.
In which country can the 'Simpson Desert' be found?
Correct Answer: B. Australia
The Simpson Desert is located in central Australia. It contains the world's longest parallel sand dunes. It is a harsh region that spans the borders of the Northern Territory, South Australia, and Queensland.
Which type of grassland is the 'Serengeti' in Tanzania?
Correct Answer: C. Savanna
The Serengeti is a vast tropical savanna ecosystem in East Africa. It is world-famous for its massive annual wildebeest migration. The landscape consists of treeless plains and scattered woodland.
The 'Great Basin Desert' is located in which country?
Correct Answer: B. USA
The Great Basin Desert is the largest desert in the United States. It is a cold desert located in the northern parts of Nevada and Utah. It is characterized by its basin and range topography.
Which desert is situated in the northern part of Chile?
Correct Answer: A. Atacama Desert
The Atacama Desert is a plateau in South America, located west of the Andes Mountains. It is famous for being the driest place on Earth. It is a major source of nitrates and copper.
What is an 'Oasis' in a desert?
Correct Answer: D. A fertile area with a water source
An oasis is a fertile area in a desert where water is found near the surface. It allows for the growth of vegetation and permanent settlements. Oases are critical for desert travel and trade routes.
The 'Chihuahuan Desert' is shared by which two countries?
Correct Answer: B. USA and Mexico
The Chihuahuan Desert is located in the Southwestern United States and Northern Mexico. It is one of the largest and most biologically diverse deserts in North America. It is a rain-shadow desert formed by two mountain ranges.
Which grassland is referred to as the 'Veld' in Southern Africa?
Correct Answer: C. Temperate grassland
The Veld refers specifically to the temperate grasslands of Southern Africa. They are found on the high plateaus of the interior. These grasslands are used extensively for cattle and sheep ranching.
The 'Karakum Desert' is primarily located in which country?
Correct Answer: C. Turkmenistan
The Karakum Desert occupies about 70 percent of the area of Turkmenistan. The name translates to 'Black Sand'. It is famous for the Darvaza gas crater, often called the 'Door to Hell'.