World Grasslands – MCQs (UPSC Prelims)
Concept-Based Questions | Map-Based | High Scoring
1. Prairies are located in:
A) South America
B) North America
C) Africa
D) Australia
Answer: B
2. Pampas grasslands are mainly found in:
A) Brazil
B) Argentina
C) USA
D) Russia
Answer: B
3. Steppes are located in:
A) Africa
B) Australia
C) Eurasia
D) South America
Answer: C
4. Veld is associated with:
A) Australia
B) South Africa
C) USA
D) Argentina
Answer: B
5. Downs are found in:
A) Africa
B) Europe
C) Australia
D) Asia
Answer: C
6. Which of the following soil types is found in temperate grasslands?
A) Laterite
B) Alluvial
C) Chernozem
D) Desert soil
Answer: C
7. Tropical grasslands are also known as:
A) Prairies
B) Savanna
C) Tundra
D) Desert
Answer: B
8. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of grasslands?
A) Moderate rainfall
B) Dense forests
C) Dominance of grasses
D) Open landscapes
Answer: B
9. Which grassland is known for wheat production?
A) Pampas
B) Prairies
C) Veld
D) Downs
Answer: B
10. Which of the following pairs is correctly matched?
A) Pampas – Africa
B) Veld – South America
C) Prairies – North America
D) Downs – Europe
Answer: C
11. Which factor prevents the growth of dense forests in grasslands?
A) Excess rainfall
B) Moderate rainfall
C) Snowfall
D) High humidity
Answer: B
12. Grasslands are mainly suitable for:
A) Rice cultivation
B) Wheat and livestock
C) Tea plantations
D) Coffee cultivation
Answer: B
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