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World Grasslands MCQs | UPSC Prelims Geography Questions | Prairies Steppes Pampas

 


World Grasslands – MCQs (UPSC Prelims)

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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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