Exploring Earth's Landforms and Bodies of Water

Which is the largest continent on Earth?

• Asia

• Antarctica

• Africa

• North America

What defines a continent?

• A large landmass

• A piece of land surrounded by water

• A mountainous region

• An island

What percentage of the Earth's surface is covered by oceans?

• About 80%

• About 70%

• About 60%

• About 50%

Which ocean is the largest?

• Atlantic Ocean

• Indian Ocean

• Pacific Ocean

• Southern Ocean

How are mountains usually formed?

• By rock layers being pushed together

• By volcanic activity

• By erosion

• By rivers cutting through the earth

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

What is the biggest island in the world?

• Madagascar

• Greenland

• New Zealand

• Australia

What is an isthmus?

• A large body of water

• A narrow strip of land connecting two larger landmasses

• A large plain

• A mountain range

What is a peninsula?

• Land surrounded by water on all sides

• A large area of flat land

• Land with water on three sides

• A narrow strip of land connecting two larger landmasses

What is an estuary?

• A small pond

• Where a river meets the sea

• A large lake

• A type of mountain

What is the main source of water for rivers?

• Oceans

• Rain or melted snow

• Lakes

• Underground springs

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4