Landforms and Bodies of Water

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What is a plateau?

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A flat area of land that is higher than the surrounding land.

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What is a hill?

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A small raised area of land, not as high as a mountain.

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What is a valley?

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Low land located between mountains.

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What is a lake?

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A large body of water surrounded by land on all sides.

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What is an island?

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A piece of land that is completely surrounded by water.

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What is a mountain?

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A very high area of land, often with steep sides.

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What is a river?

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

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What is a plain?

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A large area of flat land with few trees.

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What is a desert?

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A dry area of land that receives very little rain.

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What is a canyon?

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A deep valley with steep sides, often formed by a river.