Just letting you guys know-- for one of my exams I asked this question:
'This nation is in South Asia. One of South Asia's three major rivers are in this country. The country has two climate regions, arid and semi-arid and the dominant religion in this country is Islam'
I was told that the answer was Bangladesh, but it's actually Pakistan.
Thanks
-MC
Thanks, MC. Two of the three clues also apply to Bangladesh, but I must have missed the part about two climate regions before.
It's OK Ms.Sue..not everyone is always right :)
-MC
Hello MC,
I apologize for any confusion caused. It seems that there might be a misunderstanding regarding the question and its answer. Let's break it down and see how we can arrive at the correct answer.
The question states that the nation is located in South Asia and that one of South Asia's three major rivers is in this country. It also mentions that the country has two climate regions, arid and semi-arid, and the dominant religion is Islam.
To find the correct answer, we can analyze each of the given clues:
1. Location in South Asia: Both Pakistan and Bangladesh are located in South Asia, so this clue doesn't narrow down our options.
2. One of South Asia's three major rivers: South Asia is home to three major rivers, namely the Ganges, the Indus, and the Brahmaputra. Here, we need to determine which country is located along one of these rivers.
- Bangladesh is primarily located around the Ganges-Brahmaputra Delta, with both the Ganges and the Brahmaputra rivers flowing through it.
- Pakistan, on the other hand, lies mainly along the Indus River.
3. Climate regions: The question mentions that the country has two climate regions, arid and semi-arid. This clue is a bit ambiguous since both Pakistan and Bangladesh have regions with arid and semi-arid climates.
4. Dominant religion: The question states that the dominant religion in the country is Islam. Both Pakistan and Bangladesh have Islam as their dominant religion, so this clue remains inconclusive.
Taking all four clues into account, it is evident that both Pakistan and Bangladesh fulfill some of the given criteria. However, based on the second clue about one of South Asia's three major rivers, Pakistan seems to be a more appropriate answer as it is primarily located along the Indus River.
Bear in mind that questions can sometimes have multiple possible correct answers depending on interpretation or specific context. It's best to consult with your instructor to clarify any confusion regarding the intended answer.
I hope this explanation helps, and good luck with your exams! Feel free to ask any further questions.