Exploring Earth's Landforms

What percentage of Earth is covered by land?

• 30%

• 50%

• 70%

• 25%

What was the name of the supercontinent mentioned?

• Eurasia

• Pangaea

• Laurasia

• Gondwana

Which type of mountain is formed by the collision and buckling of Earth's plates?

• Plateau mountains

• Volcanic mountains

• Fault mountains

• Fold mountains

What is a plateau?

• A small hill

• A high flat-topped area

• A low flat area

• A deep valley

How are river valleys typically shaped?

• L-shaped

• U-shaped

• V-shaped

• O-shaped

What is the primary force behind the formation of canyons?

• Glacial movement

• Wind erosion

• Tectonic activity

• River erosion

What type of landform is the Great Plains in the United States?

• Mountain range

• Mesa

• Plateau

• Prairie

How are oceanic islands typically formed?

• Sediment accumulation

• Glacial deposits

• Volcanic activity

• Coral reef growth

What defines a peninsula?

• Land surrounded by water on three sides

• Land surrounded by water on all sides

• A large area of land extending into a body of water

• A narrow strip of land connecting two larger landmasses

What is a delta primarily composed of?

• Dense forestation

• Coral formations

• Sand and gravel

• Lava rock