Geography Pre-Assessment

Front

The study of features and places that make up the surface of the earth is called:

Back

Geography

Front

All of the following are parts of a map that help with reading it EXCEPT: Compass Rose, Map Title, Map Key, Landscaping.

Back

Landscaping

Front

Which of the following is the tallest of all landforms? Mountain, Hill, Valley, Peninsula

Back

Mountain

Front

Which of the following is the largest body of water? River, Lake, Ocean, Gulf

Back

Ocean

Front

The significant change to average weather patterns on earth is called:

Back

Climate Change

Front

Erosion is the wearing away of a landform by natural forces, like wind or water.

Back

True

Front

Are fossil fuels renewable natural resources?

Back

False

Front

A peninsula is a landform that is surrounded by water on three sides.

Back

True

Front

The Statue of Freedom is a famous landmark in New York City that represents freedom in the U.S.

Back

True

Front

Deforestation - the over-clearing of forests by humans - is a cause of climate change.

Back

True