Questions Answers Class 7 Chapter 6 Geography Maharashtra Board

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Natural Regions – Solutions

Q. 1 Read the following statements carefully. Correct the wrong ones and write them down:

(1) Due to its mild and warm climate, people from the West European region are not energetic.

Answer : Correct – Due to its mild and warm climate, people from the West European region have a comfortable living environment, which supports various economic activities.

(2) The prairie region is called the wheat basket of the world.

Answer : Correct – The prairie region is called the wheat basket of the world.

(3) The trees in the Mediterranean region have oily leaves and the bark is quite thick. There is a high rate of transpiration.

Answer : Correct – The trees in the Mediterranean region have oily leaves and thick bark to reduce water loss. There is a low rate of transpiration.

(4) The camel is an important animal of the hot desert region as it can survive without water and is useful for transport.

Answer : Correct – The camel is an important animal of the hot desert region as it can survive without water and is useful for transport.

(5) Carnivorous animals like tigers and lions are found in large numbers in the equatorial regions.

Answer : Correct – Carnivorous animals like tigers and lions are mainly found in tropical forests and grasslands, not in large numbers in equatorial regions.

Q.2. Give geographical reasons:

(1) People in monsoon region are mainly engaged in agriculture.

Answer :

• The monsoon region receives seasonal rainfall, which supports agriculture.
• The fertile alluvial soil found in these regions is suitable for crop cultivation.
• The abundance of water from monsoons helps in growing rice, wheat, and pulses.

(2) Trees in equatorial forests grow tall.

Answer :

• The equatorial region receives high rainfall throughout the year.
• The warm and humid climate supports rapid plant growth.
• Tall trees compete for sunlight, leading to the formation of dense canopies.

(3) Vegetation is short-lived in the Tundra region.

Answer : 

• The Tundra region has extremely cold temperatures, which hinder plant growth.
• The soil remains frozen (permafrost) for most of the year, limiting root expansion.
• Due to a short growing season, only small shrubs, mosses, and lichens survive.

Q.3. Answer the following questions:

(1) What is the latitudinal extent of the Taiga region?

Answer : The Taiga region extends approximately between 50°N and 70°N latitude across North America, Europe, and Asia.

(2) Name any three herbivorous animals from the Sudan region. What has nature endowed them with for self-protection?

Answer : Three herbivorous animals from the Sudan region:

1. Giraffe – Long neck to reach food and excellent eyesight for spotting predators.
2. Zebra – Striped camouflage helps in confusing predators.
3. Gazelle – Fast running ability to escape from predators.

(3) What are the characteristics of the Monsoon region?

Answer :

• Distinct wet and dry seasons.
• Heavy rainfall during the monsoon season.
• High humidity levels.
• Fertile alluvial soil supports agriculture.
• Dense vegetation in some areas, with deciduous forests.

Q. 4. Show the following items on an outline map of the world. Prepare the index.

Answer :

• Colorado Desert – Located in the southwestern United States (California, Arizona).
• British Columbia – A province in Canada, located on the west coast.
• Downs Grassland – Located in Australia, known for wheat and cattle farming.
• Inhabited part of Greenland – Coastal regions, mainly in the southwest.
• Mediterranean Sea – Located between Southern Europe, North Africa, and Western Asia.