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1. 1.

   Fill in the blanks.

   1. The Southeast Trade Winds blow towards the ___________ in the Southern Hemisphere.
   2. The Rainy season in Tamil Nadu comprises the months of __________, ___________ and _________.
   3. The peninsular part of India divides the Monsoon Winds into two branches -- the _________ Branch and the ___________ Branch.
   4. A ___________ is a protected environment for birds and animals where fishing and grazing are prohibited.
   5. The ___________ Biosphere Reserve was the first of its kind to have been established in India.
2. 2.

   Tick the sentences that are true. Correct the others.

   1. The climate of India is broadly classified as the equatorial type.
   2. The Northeast Monsoons in India last from june to September.
   3. Ladakh receives over 200 cm of annual rainfall.
   4. Lac is derived from the sal tree.
   5. The Kanha National Park is located in Assam.
3. 3.

   The Southern half of India experiences lesser variations in temperature than the northern half. Give reasons.

4. 4.

   Local thundershowers in South India are also known as mango showers. Give reasons.

5. 5.

   Kerala receives more than 300 cm of rainfall annually. Give reasons.

6. 6.

   Planting of trees helps prevent soil erosion. Give reasons.