Earth Landforms & Extreme Weather Quiz

What is a plateau?

• A steep-sided, elevated flatland

• A low area between hills and mountains

• A deep gorge carved by a river

What landform is characterized by gentle slopes and rounded tops?

• Mountains

• Hills

• Canyons

Which river is known for creating valleys through erosion?

• Nile River

• Mississippi River

• Colorado River

What is the primary cause of a volcanic eruption?

• Earthquakes

• Tectonic plate movements and pressure

• Tsunamis

Which of the following is an example of a famous waterfall?

• Mount Everest

• Niagara Falls

• Grand Canyon

Which landform is typically formed by sediment deposition from rivers?

• Plains

• Plateaus

• Volcanoes

Which of the following is NOT an example of a mountain range?

• Andes

• Himalayas

• Great Plains

What is the main characteristic of a canyon?

• Elevated flatlands with steep sides

• A deep gorge carved by river erosion

• Broad, flat areas of land with few trees

What natural disaster is caused by a rapid, intense warming of the Earth's surface?

• Tornado

• Heatwave

• Flood

What type of extreme weather event is commonly associated with the destruction of buildings and uprooted trees?

• Tornado

• Flood

• Blizzard