Question

1. choose the best answer.

the ______ highlands are characterized by rocky cliffs and narrow valleys.

• southern
• northern
• western
• central

1. choose the best answer.

in south afghanistan, the ______ river sustains a ribbon of life between two deserts.

• helmand
• amu darya
• herat
• kandahar

Explanation:

Question 5

The northern highlands (in relevant geographical contexts, like in some regions' geography) are known for rocky cliffs and narrow valleys. The southern, western, or central highlands don't typically have this specific characteristic as the northern ones do (based on geographical knowledge of landforms and regions).

In south Afghanistan, the Helmand River is a major river that provides water and sustains life (creating a "ribbon of life") between two deserts. The Amu Darya is in a different region, Herat is a city, and Kandahar is also a city, not a river that fits this description.

Answer:

B. northern

Question 6