AMITY INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL

AMAZON RIVER
WORKSHEET 2A Stories & Important places

Q.1 Fill in the blanks

a. In Greek mythology, the Amazons are portrayed in a number of ancient epic poems and legends,
such as __________, the ____________ and the ___________.
b. __________________________________ is the mother church of the city, dating back to the
Carmelite missionaries.
c. ____________________________ is the main threat to the environment in the Tambopata national
reserve.
d. __________________ is an example of ox bow lake.
e. ___________________________ is a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site.
f. __________________________ is a Catholic cathedral located in the city of Manaus, state of
Amazonas, northern Brazil.
g. According to myth, __________, the first Amazon queen, is the offspring of ___________the god of
war.

Q.2 Answer the following questions:

a. Who were amazons according to Greek mythology?

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b. What were the 2 major features of Amazonian society?

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c. What do you understand by ox-bow lake? Give example as well.

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d. Name the species found in Manu national park?

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