Geography

3. – China’s largest city and a global megacity with a major port.
9. – An imaginary line around the middle of the Earth with the hottest climate.
11. – Red and white striped sweets traditionally associated with Christmas.
13. – The process where more people move from rural areas to cities.
14. – A sweet, spiced biscuit often baked at Christmas.
15. – A large urban area formed when several towns or cities grow and merge together.

1. – The distance north or south of the Equator, measured in degrees.
2. – The amount of water vapour present in the air.
4. – The process by which fertile land becomes dry and unproductive.
5. – Any form of water that falls from clouds, such as rain, snow, or hail.
6. – A festive character known for delivering presents on Christmas Eve.
7. – A very dry region that receives little rainfall.
8. – A densely populated Indian city and the centre of Bollywood.
10. – A plant traditionally hung at Christmas, often linked with kissing.
12. – The central area of a city where most businesses, shops, and offices are located.