Landforms and Water Bodies Review

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What is a plain?

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A plain is a large, flat area of land with very few trees.

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What is a lake?

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A lake is a large body of fresh water that is surrounded by land.

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What is an island?

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An island is a landform that is smaller than a continent and is completely surrounded by water.

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What is a sea?

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A sea is a large body of water that is partially enclosed by land.

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What is a plateau?

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A plateau is a tall landform that has a flat top.

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What is a valley?

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A valley is a low area of land between hills or mountains.

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What is a mountain?

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A mountain is a large landform that rises prominently above its surroundings, usually having a peak.

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What is a river?

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A river is a large, flowing body of water that usually empties into a sea or ocean.

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What is a pond?

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A pond is a small body of still water, smaller than a lake.

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What is an ocean?

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An ocean is a vast body of salt water that covers most of the Earth's surface.