
Essential Geographical Terms for Young Explorers

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Amelia Wright
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the primary focus of geographers?
Researching chemical compositions
Studying the Earth's surface and its features
Exploring outer space
Studying historical events
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What are the three types of mountains mentioned?
Canyon, Basin, and Delta
Ridge, Cliff, and Plateau
Hill, Valley, and Plateau
Fold, Fault, and Volcanic
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What causes fold mountains to form?
Glacial movements
Movement of tectonic plates
Erosion by rivers
Volcanic eruptions
Tags
NGSS.MS-ESS2-2
NGSS.MS-ESS2-3
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a plateau?
A flat-topped mountain range
A narrow land surrounded by water
A deep valley between hills
A high flat land
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which type of valley is U-shaped?
River valley
Coastal valley
Glacier valley
Canyon
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What defines a rainforest?
Dry areas with sand dunes
Sparse vegetation and extreme temperatures
Dense forests with high rainfall and diverse species
Cold, ice-covered landscapes
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the largest tropical rainforest?
Daintree Rainforest
Sundarbans Rainforest
Amazon Rainforest
Congo Rainforest
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