Which mountain range is often referred to as the 'Backbone of North America'? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Which mountain range is often referred to as the 'Backbone of North America'?

A. The Sierra Nevada

B. The Cascades

C. The Appalachian Mountains

D. The Rocky Mountains

Answer: Option D

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The Rocky Mountains stretch from Canada to New Mexico, forming a central mountainous core.

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The Satpura Range is an example of a:

A. Fold mountain

B. Volcanic mountain

C. Residual mountain

D. Block mountain

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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
The Satpura Range is an example of a block mountain, formed by the uplifting of a block of the Earth's crust between faults.

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The 'Zanskar' range is part of which Himalayan subdivision?

A. Lesser Himalayas

B. Outer Himalayas

C. Greater Himalayas

D. Trans-Himalayas

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Correct Answer: Option C

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The Zanskar Range is part of the Greater Himalayas (Higher Himalayas) in the Ladakh region.

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The Pennines are often called the 'backbone of England'. Where are they located?

A. Southern England

B. Northern England

C. Wales

D. Scotland

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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
The Pennines, sometimes described as the 'backbone of England', form a range of mountains and hills in Northern England.

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