Landforms and Bodies of Water

What is a landform?

• A type of animal found on land

• A model of the Earth's surface

• Different formations of land, like a hill

• A body of water

How are different landforms created?

• Through human construction

• Through geological processes

• By planting trees

• Through weather forecasting

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Name two types of landforms?

(a)  

What is a body of water?

• Significant accumulation of water on the surface of Earth

• Water deep enough where people can swim

• Water that gives animals a watering hole

• Water that is near a landmass

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Which natural processes contribute to the creation of landforms?

• Rain, snow, and sunshine

• Rain, erosion, wind, earthquakes, and volcanic eruptions

• Plant growth, animal activities, and human construction

• Ocean waves, moon phases, and star movements

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What is the highest mountain range in the world?

• The Alps

• The Andes

• The Rocky Mountains

• The Himalayas

What are hills usually covered with?

• Sand

• Rocks

• Snow

• Grass

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What is the learning target for the week regarding bodies of water?

• To learn about the different states of water

• To learn about various bodies of water and their significance to ecosystems

• To learn about water conservation techniques

• To learn about the water cycle

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Select the Bodies of Water from the list: (a)   .

(b)   (c)   ​ (d)  

• River
• Ocean
• Desert
• Canal
• Island
• Delta
• Penninsula
• Gulf

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