Landforms Quiz

What is a mountain?

• A mountain is a type of volcano.

• A mountain is a man-made structure.

• A mountain is a body of water.

• A mountain is a large landform that rises above the surrounding land in a limited area, usually in the form of a peak.

Which landform is formed by the flowing water of a river?

• valley

• mountain

• plateau

• canyon

What is a plateau?

• A plateau is a flat or gently sloping elevated area that is higher than the surrounding land.

• A plateau is a large body of water surrounded by land.

• A plateau is a deep, narrow valley surrounded by mountains.

• A plateau is a tall, pointed mountain peak.

Which landform is a low area between mountains or hills?

• canyon

• plateau

• valley

• mesa

What is a canyon?

• A canyon is a deep, narrow valley with steep sides.

• A canyon is a small, circular hole in the ground.

• A canyon is a flat, open plain with no elevation changes.

• A canyon is a wide, shallow valley with gentle slopes.

Which landform is a high, steep-sided valley?

• gorge

• cliff

• ravine

• canyon

What are the tallest landforms on Earth?

• hills

• valleys

• plains

• mountains

Which landform is a flat-topped elevated area?

• valley

• mountain

• hill

• plateau

What is the deepest canyon in the world?

• Machu Picchu

• Grand Canyon

• Yarlung Tsangpo Grand Canyon

• Great Barrier Reef

Which landform is formed by the erosion of a river?

• Canyon

• River valley

• Mountain

• Plateau