Geography Practice Quiz 11

Q1.Why were underground rooms often constructed adjoining the 'tanka' in houses?

A. To beat the summer heat B. To store agricultural produce C. To house livestock D. To serve as a prayer room

Q2.In the traditional 'tanka' rainwater harvesting system, which spell of rain was usually not collected and for what purpose?

A. The first spell, to clean the roofs and pipes B. The last spell, to allow the tanka to dry out C. The heaviest spell, to prevent structural damage D. The lightest spell, due to insufficient volume

Q3.What characteristic makes 'tankas' an extremely reliable source of drinking water, particularly in summers?

A. They can store rainwater until the next rainfall B. They are connected to perennial underground springs C. They are regularly replenished by modern water tankers D. They are equipped with advanced purification systems

Q4.In which city of India is rooftop rainwater harvesting the most common practice, according to the provided text?

A. Cherapunjee B. Mawsynram C. Shillong D. Mysuru

Q5.Despite Cherapunjee and Mawsynram receiving the highest rainfall in the world, which nearby state capital faces an acute shortage of water?

A. Kohima B. Shillong C. Gangtok D. Itanagar

Q6.What is the primary reason for the decline in rooftop rainwater harvesting in western Rajasthan today, as per the provided text?

A. Increased awareness of groundwater resources. B. Availability of plenty of water due to the perennial Indira Gandhi Canal. C. High maintenance cost of rainwater harvesting structures. D. Preference for bottled water over harvested water.

Q7.Gendathur, a remote backward village known for successfully adapting rooftop rainwater harvesting, is located in which district and state?

A. Chitradurga, Karnataka B. Mysuru, Karnataka C. Belagavi, Karnataka D. Shivamogga, Karnataka

Q8.In the context of rainwater harvesting in the Thar region, what is a 'tanka'?

A. A type of sloping roof. B. A long pipe used to transport water. C. Circular holes in the ground for storing rainwater. D. A traditional water purification system.

Q9.The 200-year-old traditional bamboo drip irrigation system, known for tapping stream and spring water, is primarily prevalent in which Indian state?

A. Assam B. Meghalaya C. Nagaland D. Mizoram

Q10.Based on the information provided, which of the following situations is most likely to be suffering from water scarcity?

A. Region with high annual rainfall and low population. B. Region having high annual rainfall and large population. C. Region with low annual rainfall and low population. D. Region with moderate annual rainfall and proper water management.

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Geography Practice Quiz 11